Back then, Zeke did not notice anything amiss. After all, the sensation inside the simulator and reality was exactly the same. If you got your heart stabbed in the simulator, you would still feel genuine pain albeit the wound would not be carried into reality. It was not until the system matured further that the 50% shield of pain was developed.
When he opened his eyes, a vast expanse of overcast sky greeted his sight. Fierce wind howled loudly, bringing with it a tempestuous dance of snowflakes that slapped his face. He could already be considered as a veteran in this field. As such, he did not hurry to make some action and instead, chose to observe his surroundings first.
He found out that… he was actually in a very familiar neighborhood. Just a few minutes walk and he could already make his way back to the Imperial Palace. After a brief surprise, a mocking sneer then tugged on the corner of his lips.
We're getting to the very, very first meeting of LYZ and Zeke!!