Kia was in his room, sitting in a chair, when a holographic desk screen popped up.
"Input warrior code," it prompted.
Kia inputted the secret code given to him.
Immediately, a holographic virtual AI appeared. Kia hadn't seen this kind of invention before, but he was expecting it. The AI greeted him.
"Dear new warrior Kia, welcome to the House of Shadows. I'm your personal guide. This is a place where you can find information about warriors, buy all kinds of weapons, guidance, special books, outfits, medicaments, and so on. When you become a real warrior, you'll have all access to Spirit Master info."
Kia's curiosity sparked. "Do you have information on Spirit Masters?"
The AI responded, "Based on your rank and permission, I can show you the following: (Warrior 101 Database)"
The AI continued, "Spirit Masters are the most gifted warriors. There are two types:"
"(Telekinesis) First, those who can control items - they can control weapons to attack from afar."
"(Psychic Attack) Second, those who master psychic attacks - they can attack opponents' spirits."
The AI added, "Spirit Masters learn faster than average warriors, thanks to their vast Star Ruin Spirit energy. Usually, Spirit Masters are about two grades higher in spirit than warriors of the same rank."
Kia stood up, eyes widening as he scanned the catalog of special books for attacking skills on the holographic screen.
"Wow... Nooooo... these skills are too expensive!" he exclaimed.
The AI guide responded calmly, "Don't worry, you can buy it in stages."
The AI highlighted one skill. "Take the Destruction Shadow skill, for instance. It's from Hong, the world's strongest warrior, and comes in six stages."
The AI continued, "Hong, the strongest man in the world, is also the founder of Destruction Shadow Martial Club... the club you're in."
Kia's eyes narrowed. "He alone can destroy a nation... although it's the best marksmanship... I am best at sabre."
Kia said, "Ice and Snow Sabre."
The AI responded, "Ice and Snow Sabre is one of the hardest Sabre techniques in the world."
Kia: "(So I am powerful as a late stage warrior now)"
The AI continued, "A man fought hard to get to the top of the world that one. Purchase the first three stages of it?"
Kia asked, "Certified and purchased."
The AI: "The first three stages will be delivered in 24 hours. Do you want to purchase weapons and outfits?"
Kia looked at the prices on the screen: "Shield 3 million, communication watch H2 100,000, combat pack MI 100,000, battle outfit 18 million, Sabre A6 20 million... Ohh nooo... I'm going bankrupt!" He hit his head on the table.
The house bell rang. Kia opened it to find a warrior with an encrypted suitcase locked with Star Ruin Stones.
"Hi Kiaros, my name is Wang Gu. In Shadow Martial Club, the general instructor asked me to bring this to you," the warrior said.
Kia's eyes widened. "That fast... ninety-nine Ice and Snow Sabre... Kia wow... Ohh... Many people are after it, so it required a warrior to bring one of the best Sabre in the world. And also, you can only study this in person - no copying or reselling, or you will be wanted by the two major Martial clubs and the government."
The warrior continued, "And Kia, your case has been looked into. It has been found out that a man named Zhen Zhou is behind it. He has been sentenced to jail by the Bureau. Assassinations of a warrior is a felony, so he will have to stay in jail for 20 to 30 years or face death penalty."
Zhen uncle wanted to settle this out of court, but the martial club didn't want it. "Don't worry, Kia," the warrior patted him. "Your dad will get justice."
The scene shifted to the Shadows Martial Club headquarters. Zhou Ming Zhen uncle, was there with General Instructor Xiao Tung
"It was my nephew's fault, but it didn't cause much harm. I am willing to pay five million Hiaxin dollars," Zhou Ming said.
Hmm... "Money? You think you can bully a rookie like that? Yet you came with three members of the Huya squad. Aren't you throwing your weight around? Do you think we are that easy to bully?" Instructor Jin said
"Ok, I will increase it to 50 million," Zhou Ming said.
Xiao Tung: "Ok, 50 million, but your nephew must apologize to Kia's father and also bow down in respect to the director."
Zhou Ming hit the table, standing up. "That is too much! Apologizing? What's that for? Kia has joined the Destruction Shadow Martial Club, so he needs justice for his family."
Kia spoke up, "If he can't do that, then let's argue this in court. He can't anger my family and go away with it. He will rot in jail."
Zhou Ming and his men left in anger.
Kia thanked Instructor Jin and Director Xiao Tung for standing up for him. "Thanks, Instructor Jin and Director..."
Director Xiao Tung smiled, "It's okay, boy. We are all family here."
Instructor Jin added, "But I really needed that money too for my equipment. I spent most of my money for Sabre skill now I can't even afford my outfit..."
Instructor Jin patted him on the shoulder, "I have rewards points. I can buy them for you at 50 percent discount and send it to you. You can transfer me the money later. He said, after all, we are in one team... one team."
Kia asked, "I... the Director asked if they should put you in a team. So they consider putting you in my team - Fire Hammer team. I'm the lieutenant of the team. I will take care of you," Jin said.
"Of course! I should warn you... the missions are sometimes dangerous. If you are bad on your first mission and slow your team down, you will be kicked out."
Kia: "I see... I'm in."
The scene shifted to Zhou Ming talking to himself while walking, "I can't believe he escaped the attack from the Golden Eagle... sooner or later, I will get rid of him."
Here we learn that the egg he dropped there was the Golden Eagle, and it was meant to attack Kia.