Aether Chronicles: Birth Of A Legend

Raegar rifled through the cupboards until he found a pair of scissors, then set to work, carefully trimming his hair until it was short, leaving the top long, his preferred style during his previous world.

He paused for a moment, studying his reflection with a sense of satisfaction. His blood-red eyes stared back at him, framed by a chiseled jaw and striking features that could effortlessly captivate most women on Earth.

Following that, Raegar left the bathroom only to run into Yuki, who stopped walking as she spotted him. Her blue eyes sparkled as she questioned, ''What did you do, young master? You look good.''

''Thanks Yuki,'' he replied with a charming smile. ''My hair was getting annoying, so I cut it short.''

The cat woman nodded in understanding, her sharp eyes narrowing as she assessed his handiwork. ''Looks like you missed a spot,'' she remarked with a teasing smirk. ''May I help you finish it off, young master?''

Raegar agreed and took a seat as she pulled out a pair of scissors from nowhere, which surprised him. 'Is she a ninja?' he thought with a chuckle.

''Look forward,'' Yuki commented before getting to work cutting the missed bits off while humming something that he recognized.

'Mother used to hum that all the time when I was little,' he mused with a smile.

Following that, the two of them left the room and met his mother and grandparents at the entrance, where the Blackwood Guards, along with a dozen Vaelthorne soldiers, stood around the carriage.

When Elysia and Griffin saw him, they both smile before the older man stepped forward with a big smile, ''I will come meet you this evening. Meet me in the garden because today will be our first lesson, but tomorrow, when I'm busy, your father will take over.''

''Yes, old man,'' Raegar replied with a smirk, only to be bonked on the head.

He rubbed the sore spot, glaring half-heartedly as Griffin chuckled. ''Be respectful, you little gremlin,'' the older man said with a grin, ''but I'm looking forward to our training.''

Before Raegar could respond, his grandmother swept him into a quick, warm hug and planted a kiss on his forehead. ''Take care of yourself, sweetheart,'' she said affectionately. ''And when you're on your way to Drakenwood Academy, make sure you stop by here so I can see you.''

''I will, grandmother,'' he answered with a smile.

After that, they set off on the journey back to Blackwood Academy. This time, the trip was uneventful, with no surprises or threats lurking along the way. The Vaelthorne soldiers escorted them diligently, ensuring their safe passage until they finally arrived home.

Once the carriage stopped outside, his father Alaric greeted them as they climbed out while Victoria spoke while hugging the blue-haired man, ''Father will be here later on to train, so no arguing with him, darling.'' 

Yuki turned to Raegar with an amused expression. ''Shall we begin our lesson on Enhancement Magic, young master?'' she asked gently.

He gave a nod of approval, and together they made their way to the back of the garden, where a magic field awaited them. The vibrant greenery framed the clearing like a natural amphitheater.

As they reached the field, Yuki spun around, her pink hair catching the light as her eyes sparkled with excitement. ''Alright then,'' she began, her voice brimming with enthusiasm. ''What do you already know about Enhancement Magic?''

Raegar paused, furrowing his brow in thought, before replying, ''Well, it's magic your kind and some humans can use to increase strength, speed, and other abilities to help you fight better.''

The cat-woman's ears twitched as she listened, a smile curling her lips. She nodded approvingly. ''Yes, that's the basic idea. But there's so much more to it than that.''

Following that, she muttered something and Raegar noticed a clear glow wash over her body before she exploded forward. Yuki moved so fast that he felt the wind blow through his hair, which amazed him.

He turned around and saw her standing there with a smile, but she quickly asked, ''Do you have Aether in your pools?''

Raegar nodded before she continued, ''Close your eyes and imagine a stream of energy coming from your pool to your heart and while that happens, say Enhancement and if you're able to use it, the spell will activate.''

''Okay, I got it,'' he replied and closed his eyes.

Seconds later, he pulled some of the Earth Aether he had as it was the lowest and sent it to his heart before thinking as a strange feeling washed over him, 'Enhancement.'

Raegar felt a surge of energy ripple through his body, flooding his senses and strengthening every fiber of his being. The unfamiliar sensation startled him, his heart racing as the power coursed through him.

But as quickly as panic rose, he forced himself to steady, his breathing slowing as he acclimated to the newfound strength. When he finally looked up, Yuki was watching him intently, her smile widening with unmistakable pride.

''Well done, young master!'' she exclaimed, her voice bubbling with excitement.

Raegar grinned as he challenged the maid with confidence in his abilities, ''Let's fight Yuki, I'll show you how strong I've become.''

The young woman giggled as her blue eyes shone, ''So be it, but I won't hold back, young master. You must grow stronger.''

Following that, she chanted something as he readied himself with the new spells he created using Fire, Lightning and Wind Aether. Raegar rushed toward the maid before sending several Stormfire Bullets at her.

The beautiful projectiles sliced through the air, causing Yuki to smile before she vanished, causing his eyes to widen, but he quickly used the second spell he created to avoid the coming attack. 'Flash Step!'

As the cat woman appeared, Raegar vanished as lightning washed over his body and he appeared behind Yuki, but she didn't move for a second before turning to him with a fearful expression.

''Move the young master!'' she shouted.

Raegar didn't hesitate and activated Flash Step again, vanishing just as a blade struck the spot where he had stood moments before. The impact of the missed attack sent shockwaves rippling through the air, but he was already gone.

As the dust settled, the air grew heavy with an oppressive presence. From the swirling haze emerged a figure clad in sinister black armor, its surface etched with unholy runes that pulsed with malevolent energy.

A pair of imposing wings stretched from its back, their shadow casting an eerie shroud over the battlefield. Raegar's gaze locked onto the curved horns crowning the stranger's head, a grim reminder of the otherworldly power it possessed.

The aura radiating from the being was suffocating, a palpable force that seemed to claw at his very soul. Raegar's legs tremble under the stranger's strength, but he clenched his fists, forcing himself to stand firm.

''This is no ordinary foe,'' he muttered under his breath as the fear started building inside when seeing the newcomers.

While standing there, they stared at each other, but two more figures appeared out of nowhere. He had a bad feeling, but readied himself for a fight. When Yuki saw the beings, her face paled before her head snapped in his direction with a panicked look.

''Run, Raegar!'' Yuki urged, drawing two daggers. Her eyes narrowed as she added while preparing to fight, ''These are Devils. Mercy isn't in their nature.''

No sooner had the cat-woman spoken than the lead devil raised a clawed finger toward him while declaring in a menacing voice. ''You will die here, boy! Our king knows what you are.''

Hearing this, Yuki stepped between them, her hands trembling as she gripped her weapons and steeled her determination. Her voice wavered while smiling at him. ''Go find your parents. I'll hold them off!''

Seconds after her words, the Devils sprang into action. The closest lunged at Yuki, its claws slicing through the air. She swiftly deflected the attack, her movements sharp and precise, before countering with a powerful punch.

In a fluid motion, she unleashed an Aether Blast that struck another. But the odds were against her, three against one. Despite her skill and determination, the relentless onslaught overwhelmed her.

Raegar stood frozen in fear at the newcomers, his breath hitching as his gaze locked onto his maid's, blood pooling on the ground as she struggled to stand. Without hesitation, he pushed his worries, fears and concern for himself aside before lunging at the Devils while casting magic.

Stormfire Bullets erupted from his hands and streaked through the air like meteors, slamming into the Devils attacking her. The impact staggered the attackers, forcing them back just enough for Yuki to retreat, gasping for breath.

He didn't stop as he channeled all the Aether he'd been collecting for the last few days. His fists ignited with raw power as he dove into the fray. Blow after devastating blow landed, the force making the air itself ripple.

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