Late that night, after completing his cultivation, Krishak closed his eyes and focused on the connection to Master Kiran.
Memories flowed from the clone into his mind.
The familiar moonlit field appeared.
His five students stood in formation, their postures noticeably steadier than when they had first arrived.
Their breathing was more controlled.
Their eyes were sharper.
And, most importantly, their minds had become more disciplined.
Krishak silently reviewed each of them.
These five were the first true seeds of the future academy he intended to build.
1. Rohan Das - The Blacksmith's Son
Background:
Rohan was the eldest son of a local blacksmith.
From childhood, he had helped his father shape metal and carry heavy tools.
Years of manual labor had given him a naturally strong physique and excellent endurance.
His family was poor but respected.
Personality:
Rohan was straightforward, honest, and dependable.
He possessed strong willpower and a natural sense of responsibility.
Talent:
Cultivation Talent: High Grade
Physical Potential: Exceptional
Combat Instincts: Good
Current Progress:
Able to complete the full body-training regimen.
Strongest raw physical power among the five.
Still relied too much on force rather than precision.
Suitable Future Path:
Hunter or front-line combat specialist.
2. Meera Patel - The Farmer's Daughter
Background:
Meera grew up on a small farm outside town.
Years of helping her family had made her patient and observant.
She learned to notice subtle changes in weather, crops, and animals.
Personality:
Calm, thoughtful, and highly disciplined.
She was the most emotionally stable student.
Talent:
Cultivation Talent: High Grade
Perception: Outstanding
Mental Focus: Exceptional
Current Progress:
Best body awareness.
Fastest at understanding corrections.
Excellent precision and balance.
Suitable Future Path:
Magician, support specialist, or tactician.
3. Arun - The Orphan
Background:
Arun lost his family during a Beast attack.
He survived alone for years and developed a fierce determination to never be helpless again.
Personality:
Intense, resilient, and deeply motivated.
Though emotionally guarded, he was loyal to those he trusted.
Talent:
Cultivation Talent: Top Grade
Willpower: Extraordinary
Killing Intent: Naturally strong
Current Progress:
Most aggressive fighter.
Learns rapidly under pressure.
Needs greater emotional control.
Suitable Future Path:
Versatile combat specialist or elite warrior.
4. Kiran and Varun - The Twin Brothers
Background:
The twins came from a modest merchant family.
They had always worked together and shared exceptional coordination.
Personality:
Loyal, cheerful, and highly cooperative.
Their trust in one another was absolute.
Talent:
Cultivation Talent: Medium to High Grade
Coordination: Exceptional
Teamwork: Outstanding
Current Progress:
Individually average.
Together, surprisingly effective.
Excellent balance and synchronization.
Suitable Future Path:
Dual combat specialists or coordinated support fighters.
Overall Assessment
Krishak compared their current abilities.
Current Physical Rankings
1. Rohan
2. Arun
3. Meera
4. Kiran
5. Varun
Mental Discipline Rankings
1. Meera
2. Rohan
3. Arun
4. Kiran and Varun
Long-Term Potential
1. Arun
2. Meera
3. Rohan
4. Kiran and Varun
Each possessed unique strengths.
None were perfect.
That was precisely why they had so much room to grow.
As Master Kiran stood before them, he spoke calmly.
"You have all improved."
The students straightened.
"But this is only the beginning."
He looked at each of them.
"Your talent matters."
"Your background matters."
"But neither will determine your final height."
He tapped his chest.
"What matters most is your heart."
Master Kiran offered each student a specific correction.
To Rohan
"Refine your movements. Power without precision is wasteful."
To Meera
"Trust your instincts. Your greatest strength is your clarity."
To Arun
"Control your anger. It should fuel you, not govern you."
To Kiran and Varun
"Continue developing your coordination. Together, you are stronger than either of you alone."
The students listened intently.
After the lesson ended and the students departed, Master Kiran remained alone beneath the moonlight.
Krishak reviewed their progress through the clone's eyes.
They were still weak by any objective standard.
Yet they possessed determination, discipline, and moral grounding.
With time, they could become the first pillars of the academy he intended to establish.
Krishak opened his eyes back in his dormitory and looked toward the stars.
The path ahead remained long.
But for the first time, he was no longer walking it alone.