Chapter 3 - Chapter three: Deep Violet

Spark Rank feit like holding a gaiet flame. Not overwhelming. But alive. Training began immediately. Kai learned quickly that power was not strength - it was control. Short bursts of reinforcement. Precise alignment. Measured output. Aria Spaired with him regularly. "You're Cautious," She observed. "I prefer standing tomorrow," he replied. Weeks passed. Then one morning, while adjusting reinforcement flow, Aria Froze. "You're eyes." Kai turned toward the reflection panel. His irises were no longer dark They were deep violet. Within them shimmered faint points of light- like distant stars. When he focused on protecting someone during Sparring - The Stars aligned. his energy responded to intent. Not aggression. Not ambition. Protection. Thet night in the dream, the darkness felt closer. Not threatening. Ancient Calm. Observing.