The air crackled. Rukawa's aura pulsed like a heartbeat, and his right eye began to glow blood red, shifting into a complex sigil of layered rings and shifting constellations.
Rukawa (grinning):
"This is the power of your adviser..."
He activates his Arcane:
Arcane: Omen Eye (凶兆眼, Kyōchōgan – "Calamity Eye") – Harbinger Sight Activated
The world slows down in Rukawa's vision. Every twitch of Shinji's muscle, every breath, is data. Illusions flicker around Shinji—phantom doubles, flickering afterimages meant to confuse.
But Shinji didn't flinch nor feel fear.
Rukawa (amused):
"You are a beast in silence, aren't you? You're a mere student, but you didn't even flinch or move..."
Shinji (calmly):
"Am I? Let's see... Take my attack and you'll earn my respect, Teach!"
Rukawa (laughing):
"This is great! Another raw beast in the area, baby!!"
Shinji:
"Abyssal Surge (深淵の奔流, Shin'en no Honryū – 'Abyssal Flow') ACTIVATED!"
Dark energy explodes from Shinji as he rushes forward, launching a barrage of kinetic strikes. His body becomes a blur, crashing into Rukawa with monstrous force. But despite the blows landing, Rukawa remains unharmed—each impact is anticipated.
Omen Eye – Tactical Foresight + Pain Reflection Activated
Every hit Shinji throws is slightly off-timed, redirected by Rukawa's superior vision. On eye contact, a jolt of pain sears through Shinji's nerves.
Shinji (gritting teeth, inner voice):
Tch… his eye… it's warping my perception…!
Shinji (aloud):
"Come forth—8th in Command… WALTER!"
A shadow warps into form beside him. Walter kneels as Shinji staggers slightly.
Walter:
"Why did you summon me, my master?"
He glances at Rukawa, instantly understanding.
Walter:
"I see."
He dashes forward with inhuman speed, crossing the distance instantly. Blades clash as he supports Shinji.
Walter (respectfully):
"Thank you, my master. You trust me with this. I'm honored!"
Shinji (panting):
"Well, just make him busy. I'll restore my mana immediately."
Suddenly, Rukawa's eye pulses again—this time darker, deeper. He enters the second phase.
Omen Eye – Abyssal Sight (深淵眼, Shin'en Gan – "Abyss Gaze") ACTIVATED
Chrono Perception + Phase Shift Engaged
In an instant, Rukawa sees a second into the future. He sidesteps Walter's slash, appears behind Shinji—
Rukawa:
"Too slow."
—and slams his fist into Shinji's gut, disrupting his mana flow. Shinji gasps, knees buckling.
Shinji:
"Shit!!"
---
But then—Shinji's aura spikes. Shadows wrap around his arms, and the realm shifts. He speaks through grit teeth:
Shinji:
"This is no longer a spar..."
Black lightning arcs through the air. The temperature drops. Shadows stretch unnaturally.
Shinji:
"SECOND SHIFT—Arcane: Abyss Dominion (深淵支配, Shin'en Shihai – 'Abyssal Sovereignty')!"
Abyss Dominion engulfs the battlefield. A massive dark realm forms around them—like being swallowed by the void. In this zone, Shinji's movements become fluid and fierce, adapting mid-attack. His punches ripple with adaptive force. His body twists like shadow-fluid, shrugging off cuts.
Walter (smiling with pride):
"My master has stepped beyond the threshold... He no longer mimics. He dominates."
But Rukawa doesn't back down—his eye pulses with Phantom Afterimages and Fear Imprint. Walter freezes briefly as a flash of his worst fear enters his mind. Rukawa weaves through shadow spears, displacing them with Phase Shift, each time his form glitching like a broken hologram.
---
Rukawa (grinning wildly):
"Inside your realm… you bend the rules. But inside mine, I rewrite the future."
The room is eerily silent. The air is heavy. Echoes of Shinji and Rukawa's intense battle vanish in the thick, invisible pressure of the domain. But suddenly…
Classroom Murmurs
"Where did they go…?"
"They vanished—just like that?"
"Was it an illusion?"
"Rukawa-sensei's eye—it was glowing!"
Just as confusion peaks among the students—
[KZZZZZT—BOOOOM]
A bright flash. A ripple in the domain. Blue plasma smoke bursts through the entrance like a mini explosion. Sparks fly, setting off small alarms and magical barriers. Students scream and duck instinctively. Then—
SHOTA KIZUMI (grinning like an idiot, shirt half-burned from overcharging plasma)
"GOOD MORNING, SENSEI!! SORRY I'M SUPER LATEEEE!"
The smoke spreads fast—ionic vapor mixing with the dense domain aura. The clash between Shinji's kinetic aura and Rukawa's ominous domain disperses in a sudden rupture, as if air itself breaks open. Rukawa blinks—the Genesis Eye glitches for a microsecond, losing focus. Shinji, panting heavily, stumbles forward.
RUKAWA SENSEI (startled, then smiles warmly, waving a hand to clear the smoke)
"Good morning, Kizumi."
Rukawa's voice shifts—no longer the calculated sharpness of a warrior testing a prodigy, but the gentle cadence of a teacher returning to class. He turns toward Shinji, who is still trying to catch his breath, clutching his ribs.
RUKAWA SENSEI (bowing slightly)
"Apologies, Shinji. That was a test. You're far stronger than the average student... but you still have flaws."
Shinji's breath steadies. The battle haze lifts. As Rukawa releases the domain, the room returns to normal—though the floor is cracked and walls scorched in invisible ways.
Shinji to Walter (calm, expressionless, speaking through telepathic link)
"Return to the task I've given you. Apologies for the interference. Someone is approaching. You must not be seen yet."
With a shimmer of mana, Walter vanishes—leaving no trace of his presence, like a ghost obeying divine orders.
Back in the room—Shota Kizumi is still smoking, stretching his arms, completely unaware of what he just interrupted.
SHOTA KIZUMI
"Did I miss something cool?! The air tastes like lightning and regret!"
Some students laugh. Others stare, mouths open.
RUKAWA SENSEI (chuckling to himself)
"Only a few sparks, Kizumi."
He looks at Shinji one last time.
RUKAWA SENSEI
"Class is dismissed… for now."
A minute later...
Shioj approached Shinji and whispered into his ear. "That battle is entertaining."
Syji to Shioj "yes it is"
Kuraido "tch! It's not"
.....
Rukawa to himself "only a strongest will can see my invisible domain. And now I know who is the strongest in my class".
[Day after. The 8 YOKAI knights is back with the crowd of rescued creatures]
While shinji studying to his room about a history. 7 portals opened Behind him.
All 8 Yokai Knights kneel before Shinji. Behind each Knight stands a crowd — survivors from the 7 nations long oppressed by Maiju.
Shinji waved his hand and the location where he sits change. Change into a greeny grassy field. Filled with lots of trees and animals.
The wind blows with warm while the every creatures walk out in the portal.
....
Roxiel Kingdom – Dwarven Spokesman
A stout dwarf with a braided beard and smithing hammer slung on his back steps forward. His voice booms like a forge bell.
Dwarven Forgemaster:
"We of Roxiel were born to build — but the Maiju shattered every brick we laid. We thought the fire of our people would die with our anvils... until your knight came.
He fought like a tempest and carved a path of steel. Now we know that our craft has a purpose again. If he serves you... then by the gods of the forge, so do we. Roxiel stands with King Shinji!"
Followed by...
Land of Zantoba – Oni Warrior
A tall, crimson-skinned oni with cracked horns and war paint kneels, gripping his massive club.
Zantoba Warlord:
"We are warriors. Or we were... until Maiju broke our pride and burned our lands. But one of yours came not to pity — but to challenge us. To remind us of our blood. We found our strength again under his banner. We will wield it in your name now. Zantoba bows to Shinji, Lord of Strength!"
Then...
Land of Axies – Goblin Sage
A robed goblin with wise, glowing eyes walks with a staff, his people curious and clever behind him.
Goblin Sage of Axies:
"We of Axies are thinkers, inventors, survivors. The world mocked us for our size — until the Maiju came, and none of the giants could protect themselves.
But one of yours saw our minds, not our stature. She gave us tools, hope, respect. That is a kingdom we wish to be part of. The goblins of Axies submit to King Shinji — not in fear, but in faith!"
Followed next by...
Kingdom of Dawn – Beastfolk Leader
A lion-headed warrior with golden fur, cloaked in red, bows with solemn pride.
Beastfolk Chieftain:
"We of the Dawn fought like beasts... but we were caged like animals. Yet your warrior came not to tame us — but to free us. To run beside us.
In that freedom, we found honor again. Shinji, if you accept us, we will guard your future like we guard our own cubs. Dawn's claws are yours to command!"
....
Kingdom of Fhalla – Dragonfolk Lord
A regal dragon humanoid, horned and cloaked in ancient scale-armor, kneels.
Dragonlord of Fhalla:
"Dragons do not kneel lightly. We are sovereign beings. But in our ruin... your knight stood tall where even wyrms fell. He reminded us of ancient loyalty — of true kingship.
We no longer kneel for fear. We kneel for honor. The skies of Fhalla now fly under your name, Shinji — Dragon-King of the New Age!"
....
Land of Asyhun – Demon Envoy
A silver-haired demon noble in flowing crimson robes steps forward with a cold elegance and glowing violet eyes.
Asyhun Envoy:
"We of Asyhun were shunned, feared, cast into shadows. So we became the darkness... until your knight lit a path we never knew we needed.
He saw not what we were — but what we could become.
Now, we offer our blades and blood to King Shinji — the Flame in the Abyss!"
...
Land of Syhun – Demi-Human Elder
An aged demi-human, half-human with deer-like antlers and silver fur, speaks with a voice touched by sorrow and hope.
Demi-Human Elder:
"Syhun was once a cradle for many — elves, centaurs, fauns, and more.
We watched our cultures burned and our people scattered… until your knight found us, not as lost things, but as seeds of a new beginning.
You gave the forgotten a future.
Syhun stands reborn… under the banner of King Shinji!"
Shinji to every representative of the rescued creatures "I know you all lived in a hellish era of your life, no human kingdoms open a door for you all. Now it's my time to do that.
Shinji to his knights "thank you for saving them"
The 8 YOKAI knights and bowed,kneel and spoke at the same time saying "it's our Honor my king"
Now I'll leave all of you here. My knights will guide you all. But first let's assigned all of you a task. Dwarvens lead the all of the creatures to build house, market and all of the needed to create a town. Next Oni you all will support the Dwarvens help them by chopping a tree and give it to them. Goblins, create a map and a outlines of materials needed for a early housing. Beastfolks, lead the Resources management, creat a farm, lead a farmers. And the rest help the the entirety of all of you I've got to go.
All of the creature kneel behind...
[To be continued]