In a quiet room, a three-year-old Evan sits in a lotus position, surrounded by an inexplicable air of foreboding. A dark veil begins to shroud him, and the boy senses the ebb of life slipping away. A mysterious voice intervenes, urging him to focus on light and life, guiding him to visualize the growth of a seed into a towering tree.
As the boy follows the advice, the mana shifts, transforming the ominous atmosphere into a warm light that blankets him in peace. Emerging from meditation, the boy encounters a core at his core, a yin-yang structure pulsating with energy. Frowning, he questions the unseen presence.
"Who are you?" Evan queries.
"I am Twilight, the essence sealed within you," the voice responds.
The boy's curiosity persists. "Are you a God?"
Twilight confirms his divine nature but reveals the separation of soul and body over millennia. Despite saving the boy's life, Twilight is met with skepticism. The boy, poisoned not long ago, cautiously inquires if Twilight is Gia's son.
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Affirming the connection, Twilight recounts his fate, sealed by siblings who feared his powers. Grateful for Evan's gratitude, the boy probes further, seeking to learn the path of a sage.
Twilight's laughter echoes, unsettling Evan. Twilight dismisses the child's ambition, questioning his resolve. Undeterred, Evan expresses a resolute desire to control his destiny, pledging anything to learn the ways of a sage.
Twilight, taken aback, imparts the challenging reality. Becoming a sage requires enlightenment in both life and death energies. Evan, having experienced the dread of death and the peace of life, already possesses rare first enlightenments in both. The revelation sparks newfound motivation in the young seeker.
Exiting his room, Evan approaches the patriarch's office. In the corridor, he encounters the head butler, a discreet observer of the estate's dynamics. Aware of the urgency, the head butler acknowledges Evan's desire to meet his father, Lucien.
"Good afternoon, young master Evan. How may I assist you today?" the head butler inquires.
Evan, with a hint of mischief, replies, "I wish to speak to my father. It's quite important."
Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the head butler leads Evan into Lucien's presence, navigating the intricate web of familial dynamics that may shape the destiny of this young Godborn
In the patriarch's office, the head butler requests an appointment for Evan. Lucien, engrossed in official matters, agrees to the meeting.
Once in Lucien's presence, Evan, with a hint of mischief, discloses being poisoned two weeks prior. Lucien, concerned, assures Evan that he's investigating the matter. Evan, in an innocent tone, reveals his mana, showcasing the energy of life.
However, he keeps silent about his true lineage, maintaining the intrigue surrounding his origin.
As the conversation deepens, Evan mentions an opposite energy when asked about the awakening, creating an additional layer of mystery.
The revelation unfolds with excitement, and as Evan innocently hints at the uniqueness of his existence, the patriarch's surprise deepens.
A conversation ensues, and Lucien decides to provide Evan with a separate residence and a dedicated security detail to safeguard him from potential threats arising from his mysterious nature.