-RYOU HAJIMA'S OFFICE-
Kaito was standing near the entrance of the room . The room had glass covered walls on one side and so there was not a single speck of darkness in the room . Kaito stood still after he slammed the boy on the ground who came to capture him . Ryou was sitting on one side of the room behind the table . He had a smirk on his face .
"Welcome , Sakura Kaito-kun"
"Don't waste time"
"You are quite the spoiler , aren't you"
"I don't care . Stop this bullshit and get to the point"
"Hah ! If you are so eager to know then I guess I have no choice"
-2-Star (Wind Magic) : Wind Binding
Ryou finished the spell as Kaito's hands were tied by the wind unable to move . Ryou got up as he came towards him . He lifted Kaito's head with his hands as he said in a rude and cold voice .
"You are a nuisance , Kaito Sakura"
"A nuisance , you say ? I bet the real one is you"
"Stop !!!!"
"What's wrong ? Did I step on a weak spot ?"
"Bastard , why did you get strong ?"
"Cause I was to begin with . I didn't unlock my potential , that's all"
"You should have just stayed incompetent . Your sister was so close to getting in my hands"
"Akari ? Oh , that rumour . It was true after all"
"It is true"
"Sorry but my sister has better taste than a scum like you"
"You brat !!! Wait , I know what to do "
"What ?"
"You became strong but I can make you a cripple right now . You are a 4th circle , right ?"
"…."
"Do you know what happens if you forcibly break the circle ? The person has a mana overdrive as they die"
"….."
"I am gonna make you suffer until you become an 'incompetent' again"
Ryou concentrated mana on his arm as he targetted Kaito's heart .
-2-Star (Void Magic) : Void Barrier
Kaito covered his heart in a mini barrier from inside as Ryou's attacks were useless . It didn't even scratch Kaito's barrier . After about hitting more than 50 times , Ryou calmed down . He looked towards Kaito's lump body . He could clearly see blue veins on Kaito's arms which is the proof of 'mana overdrive' .
Ryou started laughing frantically . He jumped in excitement , he was on the verge of pulling off his hair .
"Hah ! See you brat ? This what happens when you go against with a strong person"
"Just die inside . DIE !!!!"
"Are you done yet ?" a similar but deeper voice came out of Kaito's mouth
"W-What ? That's impossible"
[Ding]
['Clairvoyance' activated]
Kaito analysed the magic circles as they broke letting Kaito go . He stood on the ground rubbing his wrists as he turned towards Ryou . His face was pale and seemed he has a blood loss .
"I-It's impossible"
"Let me correct you in 2 places , Ryou-san"
"W-What ?"
"First , I am not a 4th Star but rather a 5th Star and Second , I don't just have 3 attributes in magic"
Ryou jumped back as he rushed towards Kaito with his sword . Kaito easily blocked his sword . The sword tactics used by Ryou were not to difficult for Kaito to dodge . Ryou suddenly kicked Kaito . He blocked the kick but the difference in stat made Kaito breakthrough the wall of the room as he landed out . All the students who are out there were shocked to see Kaito come out through a wall . Among them was Kendo and another girl from Class 1-A .
"Hey , isn't that Kaito ?" asked Kendo
"It is" said the girl (Vice-President of Class 1-A , Akane Karuizawa (B-Rank))
"But who is he fighting against ?"
"I don't know"
At that moment , Ryou came out from the smoke on the room . Kaito slowly stood up as he looked towards Ryou . His eyes emitted a bluish glow . Both of them vanished from their places as the sparks of sword clashes were seen . Both of their swords were covered in liquid mana which shows that they both are at the level of sword expert .
Kendo and Akane were standing there dumbfounded . Kendo suddenly regained his senses as he turned towards Akane
"Akane , keep an eye on both of them . I will try to fetch the president"
"President ? You mean Kaito-kun's sister ?"
"That's right"
Kendo ran towards the Student Council Office . In the meantime , the whole school got the news about the fight . Everyone knows that fighting against students is strictly prohibited outside the arena but no one seemed to care .
Ryou and Kaito had their sword clashing continue . Both their speeds were almost equal but Kaito was at a disadvantage . He is currently at B-Rank whereas Ryou has reached S-Rank . Kaito was only able to keep up against him because of his physique . Kaito was also gaining some insight with his fight against Ryou . Kaito had a calm yet stressed face whereas Ryou seemed like a hungry beast . Their fight went on a whole different level as Kaito got the upperhand .
Kendo was rushing towards the Student Council's office at full speed . He reached there and slammed the door . The door was luckily opened so he entered without problems . Akari and Yuuki were working inside . They noticed Kendo barge into the room . Akari was quite displeased .
"Kendo-kun , this is the student council office . Please behave"
"A-Akari-san , K-Kaito and R-Ryou-san are fighting"
"What ?!"
"Kaito and Ryou-san are having a fight !!!"
"Where ?"
"FrontYard"
"Yuuki , let's go"
Akari got up from her seat . She wore her president handband as they both were ready to head out . Akari came and tapped on Kendo's shoulder once .
"Thank you for informing"
Akari and Yuuki went out . Kendo was able to see Akari's face for once but he felt a chill run down his spine . Akari's face was dark , her eyes glowed blue as a slight bit of mana released from her .
'Is this the power of a true S-Rank ?'
Kaito and Ryou were still fighting . Kaito was heavily injured from Ryou's attack . Kaito couldn't use magic because first , usage of magic inside school is not allowed and second , he doesn't want to destroy the school. They both released their mana . Ryou wasn't in good shape either . He had many wounds on his body but it was less as compared to Kaito . Kaito saw that there was no other choice . He concentrated mana on his sword as he closed his eyes .
"Closing you eyes during a fight is not allowed !!"
Ryou rushed towards Kaito . He opened his closed eyes as they both were attempting to use their final move but at that moment , a bloodlust made everyone freeze . It was not only for Kaito and Ryou but even the students can't move . Everyone looked towards the direction and saw that Akari was coming towards the fighting grounds . Her face was dark as she released an immense bloodlust .
"Ryou , what are you doing ?"
Akari came towards Ryou as she asked . Yuuki went to check on Kaito . Kaito realising he could stop gasped for air as he took deep breaths . Yuuki came as she crouched in front of Kaito and kept a hand on his back .
"Kaito-kun , are you okay ?"
"Y-Yeah"
Kaito's voice was rough . Akari was still standing beside Ryou . Ryou wasn't worried , he wasn't able to realise the situation he was in . He stood in front of Akari as he said
"Were you worried about me , Aki-chan ?"
"Ryou , do I look like I was worried about you ? And I told you many time stop using my nickname"
"Come on , why do you care about that trash for a brother ?"
"Ryou , stop it !!!"
Akari's voice echoed in the school grounds as she released her mana . This time , Ryou was shocked . Akari punched him in the face as Ryou fell on the ground .
"Ryou Hajima , you are arrested for breaking the school rules"
"You biased bitch"
Akari turned towards Kaito . She said in a loud and clear voice .
"Kaito Sakura , you will be arrested as well for breaking the school rules "
"Alright" said Kaito without any hesitation or resistance .
"Good , I expected this from you , Kaito"
"Thanks but can I go to infirmary to atleast get a first aid ?"
"You can but head towards the Headmaster's office once you do , Yuuki accompany him"
"Understood"
Kaito and Yuuki went towards the infirmary . Akari turned towards Ryou .
"Will you come at your own will ? Or Do I have to use force ?"
"I-I'll go"
"Good"
Akari and Ryou headed towards the headmaster's office .
-Kaito's side-
Kaito and Yuuki were heading towards the infirmary . Kaito held his left hand with his other one , because he got seriously injured on that arm . Yuuki asked him
"Kaito-kun , are you okay ?"
"I will be fine , Yuuki-senpai"
"I didn't expect you will be able to go against Ryou in a 1v1"
"There are many things you can't understand with common logic , atleast that's the case after the 'Gates' appeared"
"You will grow even furthur , you just have to believe in yourself . Remember , sky is the limit"
"I will "
They both entered the infirmary as the head doctor of the academy Ms . Aoi Hoshino was sitting on a chair . She heard the gate open as she saw two students enter . Her first look fell on the boy who was injured . She got up and made him sit infront of her .
"Are you Kaito-kun ?"
"Y-Yes , I am"
"I expected as much . The news of the fight spread all over the school . Relax here , I'll get your wounds patched up"
"Thank you"
Ms . Hoshino was clearing off the wounds as Yuuki was standing behind Kaito . She pasted some sticking plaster on Kaito's face and she bandaged his arm . She went ahead and sat on her seat .
"Your left hand is broken . Try to move it less for atleast a week"
"Alright"
"Here , these are some painkillers and other medicines if you feel pain"
"Thank you , doctor"
"Good , with this you are good to go . Come a week later for a check-up"
"Understood"
Kaito and Yuuki came out of the infirmary . They headed for the headmaster's office .
"Do you feel better ?"
"I do"
"Akari would worry about you"
"I know but it's okay"
They reached the headmasters office as they entered after receiving permission . The headmaster was standing looking out from the window as he saw both of them enter . He came and sat on the chair as he looked forward . Akari and Ryou were standing too .
"I watched the whole fight . Given , the situation I presume that Kaito had no reason to start a fight with Ryou . Would you like to explain ?"
"…"
"You don't have a say , huh ?! Alright , then I will tell you my decision"
"….."
"Kaito Sakura , you will not be put under any charge and will only be fred with only a warning , whereas , for Ryou , your title as the vice-president will be stripped and you are suspended for 6 months"
"..."
"Does anyone disagree ?"
"No sir"
"Good , leave"
They all came out . Ryou and Kaito stood face to face against each other . Ryou had a face of anger and frustation . He said Kaito in a low and deep voice .
"You will have to pay , Sakura Kaito"
"I will see how you make me pay"
Ryou went off towards the opposite direction . Kaito and both Akari and Yuuki went towards the student council office . They entered the room as Kaito sat on a chair . Akari went ahead as she detached her sword and placed in on the table , she also opened her armband as she came and crouched near Kaito . She gently picked up his left hand as she said in a soft tone .
"You alright ?"
"I am . Just a little scratch"
"You can't seem to worry me less"
"Hehe , sorry for the trouble"
"Well , say why did you fight ?"
"Well...that's kinda long story"
"I have patience"
Kaito began . He narrated the whole incident to both of them as they listened carefully . He highlighted the points the talk between him and Ryou . At the end of the story , Akari's face was red with anger . She can't seem to hold it in . Kaito placed a hand on her back which calmed her down . Akari regained her composure .
"Do you know what is the overall strength of Ryou's family ?"
"Ryou's family ? You mean the 'Hajima Family' ?"
"Yes"
"They aren't at such a high position like that of 'Sakura Family' or the 'Ayakouji Family' but they are quite rich and influential"
"I see . I guessed he didn't belong to a high society as he doesn't stay in our dorm but it seems he has his own reasons for living in the ordinary dorms"
"He has . Apparently , Ryou is the second son of that family . The eldest son is Ryoma Hajima . He is also an S-Rank though an upper-tier and also he is the heir of the clan"
"Does that mean Ryou doesn't have any power of his own ?"
"The only power he has is his strength and a little influence thanks to his family"
"Do you think I should contact grandfather ?"
"I suggest not . He is a busy person and also the next clan head of the Sakura Family is still undecided"
"That's right . It was a shame that a person like you couldn't become the clan head"
"I thought so too but it seems grandfather is still unshaken from his decision"
"Who was the other one than me in the line , again ?"
"Our cousin . Kazuto Sakura"
"Right , that bastard was one of the people who made my life hell when I was back at the manor"
"Made your life hell ?"
"Let's talk about it some other time . Do you know what level of strength he has now ?"
"Hmm , when I left he was at D-Rank (initial) stage . I don't know if he cultivated or not but if he did with his talent he should be around A-Rank (initial)"
"Initial A-Rank , huh ?! I guess I have to work hard too"
"But how will you do it ? The vacation is in just 1.5 months"
"Don't worry . I will manage and please try to arrange some skill books for me . B-Rank is fine"
"Which kind ?"
"Sword skill , of course"
"Alright , I will head off"
"Kaito , listen . Tomorrow you will have your first city exploration"
"City exploration ?"
"Oh , you were in Class E until now so its natural you don't know . Just like Classes C , D and E have their dungeon exploration once a month , the Classes B , A and S doesn't have the same . Rather , they go out in the abandoned cities and exterminate the monsters . The most points gathered will be the winner . The Classes A and B have it tomorrow whereas Class S has it one week later "
"Understood"
"Don't forget to wear the combat suit provided by them . It is a special suit so you will learn about the speciality tomorrow"
"Alright"
"Go to your room and sleep well and take these potions . It will help you recover faster"
"Thank you sis"
"No problem . Now go"
Kaito left the room as he headed towards his dorm . He went inside as he took a shower , changed his clothes and drank the healing potions and dozed off to sleep .