Chapter 5 – The Awakening of the Spirit
The spacious training hall of Shinju Academy was illuminated by the morning sun.
Riku stood alone in the arena marked by lines on the floor.
His eyes glowed an icy blue; the Fenrir spirit within him was ready to awaken with a flurry of energy.
Riku (inner voice): "No more running away… I must become stronger."
Riku's Training
Riku took a deep breath, clenching his fists tightly.
A wolf appeared before his eyes.
Ōkami no Sei (whispering): "Focus, Riku… the howl is calling me, channel your energy."
Riku held out his hands:
Riku: "Ōkami no Koe!"
A howl echoed, and vibrations coursed through the arena.
Targets were being shattered by an invisible claw.
Riku moved his foot quickly, transforming the energy into claws with the Kiba no Senkō technique.
Each repetition resulted in a more controlled, sharper force.
The Fenrir spirit visibly glowed.
Riku (inner voice): "This… energy coming out of my hand…"
After a while, Riku was out of breath, but his face held a determined expression.
Riku: "Yes… I feel a little more ready now."
Ren's Trial – Awakening the Bear Spirit
Ren sat on the other side of the arena.
He clenched his hands into fists and closed his eyes.
Ren (inner voice): "Bear spirit… if it exists here… hear me. Give me strength."
There was a silence, then a gentle breeze blew.
Ren shivered and opened his eyes.
A huge, muscular bear figure appeared before Ren like a ghost.
Bear Spirit (in a deep, powerful voice): "Who… is calling me?"
Ren: "I… Ren Takemura. I want to form a bond with you. Guide me."
The bear slowly bowed his head, his eyes shining.
The Bear Spirit: "You have courage. But you cannot use my power until you learn to control your spirit."
Ren took a step back, controlling his breathing.
Ren (inner voice): "Okay… I'll try."
Ren: "Bear Spirit… Attack without fear, but learn to defend first!"
The bear gently touched Ren's shoulder and exhaled with a deep, rumbling breath.
Ren's body suddenly filled with power; his hands began to radiate a huge, powerful energy.
First Clues
Riku and Ren trained together throughout the arena.
Riku gained faster reflexes and honed his Kiba no Senkō techniques.
Ren, meanwhile, was learning to connect with the Bear Spirit, trying to balance defense and attack.
Ren: "This feeling… incredible. It's like my body is completely changing."
Riku: "Yes… but it's not complete yet. We must work harder."
Tensei Arata watched them from afar.
His eyes glittered:
Tensei: "Fenrir and Bear… when these two spirits unite, a new power in the academy will be born. But… if not directed correctly, it will be disastrous."
Riku and Ren looked at each other.
They knew now: Their powers had awakened, but the real struggle was just beginning.