章節 44: Prison [part 1]
"What time has come?" I asked, confused, trying to understand the meaning of the nanny's words.
She looked at me with a serious but calm expression, as if she was about to reveal an important truth.
"You must go inside a prison to train and survive for a week," she replied, her voice firm and decisive.
"A prison? Train and survive?" I repeated incredulously.
"What does all this mean?"
The nanny sighed, as if she was about to reveal a long-kept secret.
"This is not an ordinary prison. It is a secret place where the Ryushin send their most promising members to test them in extreme conditions. You will have to survive there for a week, facing challenges that will test your strength, intelligence, and endurance. And, most importantly, it will improve your ability to adapt to extreme conditions."
I tried to assimilate her words. A secret prison, extreme challenges... All this was very different from what I expected.
But, at the same time, I felt a sense of excitement and determination growing inside me.
This was exactly the kind of test that would allow me to prove to myself what I was really capable of and to start training my talent in the best way, since it is easier to grow in extreme situations.
"And if I don't succeed?" I asked, unable to avoid considering that possibility.
"You will die," the nanny replied, her gaze still fixed on me.
"There will be no one there to assist you or save you if you are in mortal danger."
Those words hit me like a punch in the stomach. The seriousness of the situation revealed itself in all its harshness. The nanny, seeing my reaction, added:
"It is not a game, and there are no second chances. It is a test you must pass if you want to prove yourself worthy of the Ryushin name."
At that moment, my mind was a whirlwind of emotions.
Fear, excitement, determination – all mixed as I tried to mentally prepare for what awaited me.
But I knew I couldn't back down.
Besides the fact that I probably wasn't allowed to, this was my chance to prove my worth, and I didn't intend to waste it.
"When do I leave?" I asked, trying to keep my voice steady.
"Tomorrow morning," the nanny replied. "Spend the night preparing mentally and physically. Rest, but be ready for anything."
That night, as I prepared mentally and physically, while I thought back to the nanny's words, she thought back to the moment she received the letter from Patriarch Ryushin Chi.
It happened at the third resort we stayed at, while I was sleeping after spending my time training.
She was organizing some documents in her quarters when a messenger appeared at her door.
Without a word, he handed her a sealed envelope with the Ryushin family symbol and the seal of the patriarch, Ryushin Chi.
Seeing it, she took the letter with a calm expression, knowing that any direct communication from the patriarch, her savior, was of utmost importance and had to be carried out.
She opened the envelope with a fluid motion and began to read.
"Subject: Training mission for the promising young one.
Dear Ryōken,
After the report you sent us, showing the results of the machine for vital activity levels, soul levels, and affinities, I had a discussion with various members of the inner council and several elders.
The discussion ended with us deciding to allow Schadet to grow like any other descendant of our family.
On the other hand, this choice would weaken his security, which is why it is necessary for him to become stronger as soon as possible and gain real combat experience early on.
For this reason, we have decided that he will have to face a week of survival in the secret prison.
This test will serve to determine his endurance, adaptability, and ingenuity.
Your role will officially be to accompany him to the entrance of the prison and explain what awaits him.
Once inside, however, you will also have to watch over him from a distance, ensuring that he faces the challenges alone.
The most important thing for you to do will be not to interfere, unless it is absolutely necessary for his survival and he is not aware of your presence.
I trust your judgment and discretion.
Respectfully,
Ryushin Chi"
After reading it, she reread the letter several times, making sure she hadn't misunderstood anything.
She knew how important this mission was for the patriarch, who had saved her when she was very young, and for the entire Ryushin family.
But she also knew the implications: the young one, whom she had seen grow and guided in his first steps of training, would be exposed to real and mortal dangers.
So, she took a moment to reflect.
On one hand, she felt a strong sense of responsibility and loyalty to the Ryushin family.
On the other hand, she felt an inevitable concern for the young one she would have to watch over.
But in the end, she knew she had to follow the patriarch's orders, and that ultimately it was her duty to protect him in case of real danger.
So she began to mentally prepare the speech she would have to give to Schadet and focused on the task ahead.
Now, in the present, as I was preparing for my challenge, the nanny watched me from afar, reflecting on the journey that awaited me.
She couldn't reveal everything to me, but she was ready to do whatever it took to ensure I passed the test and came back stronger.
BACK TO THE PRESENT
The next morning, I woke up with my heart pounding.
The nanny was already ready, with a serious but encouraging expression. Seeing that, I quickly prepared, wearing comfortable and durable clothes, suitable for any extreme situation.
"Are you ready?" the nanny asked, watching me closely.
I nodded, trying to hide my anxiety.
"Yes, I'm ready."
"Good, then it's time to go."
So, we started running at a steady and constant pace.
The nanny guided me through paths that seemed increasingly remote and isolated, causing the landscape to change rapidly.
From city streets to mountain trails, until we reached a dense and dark forest.
As we ran, the nanny began to talk to me, her voice firm and decisive.
"Schadet, you must remember that this test is not just about your physical strength. It will be your mind that is tested more than anything else. You will have to be cunning, quick in making decisions, and above all, never lose hope."
Her words echoed in my mind as we continued to run.
I felt the weight of responsibility growing, but also an increasingly strong determination.
"Every challenge you face will be designed to push you to the limit," the nanny continued.
"But remember, you are never truly alone. Even if you can't see me, I will be there, supporting you."
We finally arrived at the entrance of the secret prison, a place hidden among the mountains, almost invisible to the naked eye.
The nanny stopped and looked me in the eyes, her gaze full of determination and confidence.
"Schadet, this is your chance to prove to yourself and the Ryushin family what you are capable of.
No matter how difficult it may seem, you have the strength within you to overcome every obstacle.
Remember who you are and where you come from. You are a Ryushin, and that means you have the courage and determination to face anything."
Her words filled me with new energy.
I felt my heart pounding, but no longer from anxiety.
"Thank you, nanny," I said, my voice firm and determined. "I won't let you down."
She nodded, a slight smile appearing on her face.
"I know, Schadet. Now go, and show the world what you're capable of."
With those words, I headed towards the entrance of the prison, ready to face what is currently the most dangerous challenge of my new life.
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