Days blurred into nights. Under Rin's guidance, Kaito learned the basics of the "Shadow Code."
[TRAINING SESSION COMPLETE. STRENGTH +5, AGILITY +8.]
"You're not just fighting droids, Kaito," Rin warned during a spar. "The Administrators have 'Sentinels'—humans who sold their souls for god-level implants."
Kaito closed his eyes, focusing on the blue strings of reality. He swung his sword, and for the first time, the blade didn't just cut; it flickered out of existence and reappeared behind Rin's guard.
[NEW SKILL UNLOCKED: PHASE STRIKE (RANK-D)]