In a small, isolated border town, a young man lives under the shadow of his mysterious grandfather, a figure feared even by the town’s leader. The protagonist, weak and untested at Tier 2, enjoys a life of comfort, untouched by the power struggles of the world. No one knows how his parents died or the true extent of his grandfather’s power. As the town remains a safe haven, protected by his grandfather’s reputation, the protagonist’s life is carefree and filled with indulgence—until dark secrets begin to surface. When the quiet peace is shattered by an external threat, the protagonist is forced to confront his legacy and the truth about his parents’ death. With the weight of his grandfather’s hidden past and his own untapped potential, he must decide whether to remain in the comfort of the shadows or rise to face the challenges threatening his world. The Hidden Thorn is a tale of power, mystery, and self-discovery, where a young man must navigate a web of secrets, rivalries, and his own dormant abilities to uncover the truth and shape his destiny.