Paradox ( The Irregular at Magic Highschool Fanfcition )

|| CHAPTER 01 ||

The quiet and secluded building owned by the Yotsuba Clan stood like a fortress hidden from the outside world, designed to be a place where its members could refine their skills and strengthen their abilities in utmost secrecy.

Inside, Hanami stood at the center of a wide training hall, her hand resting on the hilt of a katana, her stance poised and ready. The air around her was still as she practiced Iaijutsu, the art of drawing and cutting in one swift movement. Every stroke, every shift of her body, was precise, perfect, even. Her movements carried a sense of ease that only came from years of relentless training, a reflection of the grace and lethal precision expected of a Yotsuba heir.

The blade glimmered as it sliced through the air with a sharp hiss, resheathing in one fluid motion. Hanami paused, breathing evenly, and prepared for another round, but a familiar presence in the distance caught her attention.

Looking up, she saw Miyuki waving enthusiastically, her radiant smile lighting up the otherwise somber atmosphere. By her side was Tatsuya, standing with his usual calm and unreadable expression, the perfect contrast to his sister's liveliness. Hanami sheathed her katana completely and stepped off the training floor, moving toward them with a small smile.

" Onee-sama! " Miyuki greeted her joyfully, rushing over with a bright laugh.

" Miyuki, it's good to see you. " Hanami smiled warmly in return, her guard naturally lowering in the presence of the siblings.

" Your swordsmanship is amazing as always, Onee-sama. " Miyuki's admiration for Hanami was evident as she stared at the training area with awe.

" No wonder you are a prodigy. " She praised, her eyes gleaming with genuine admiration.

" Isn't she incredible, Onii-sama? " She turned to her brother, eager for his opinion.

" Yes. " Tatsuya, as usual, remained composed but nodded in agreement.

" Your form and technique are flawless. " He said, his voice calm but sincere.

Hanami's face flushed slightly at his words, though she tried her best to maintain her composure. Tatsuya's praise, however simple and direct, always had a deeper weight for her.

" Thank you. " She said, her voice softer than usual as she turned to face them.

" What brings you two here? " Hanami asked.

" We came to have lunch together! " Miyuki's eyes sparkled as she stepped forward, gesturing toward the lunchbox Tatsuya was carrying.

" Big brother and I prepared something for you. I thought it would be a nice surprise. " She announced happily.

" That sounds wonderful. " Hanami smiled, her heart warming at the thoughtfulness of the gesture.

" But let me freshen up first. I'll be right back. " She replied.

As she left to change, the siblings watched her retreating figure. Miyuki, her admiration uncontainable, turned to her brother with another glowing remark.

" Isn't Hanami-neesama just amazing? She's so strong and elegant. " Tatsuya gave a faint smile, knowing his sister's tendency to express her admiration freely.

The relationship between Hanami and Miyuki without the pretenses has always been close. Miyuki admires her the same way she admires her older brother. If Miyuki can, she would have made a fans club dedicated for her big sister.

" She is exceptional. " He agreed.

It wasn't just Miyuki's enthusiasm speaking but Tatsuya himself had seen Hanami's skills firsthand and understood how formidable she truly was. He was, after all, the one who knew her best.