Prologue 4.2

Hana Takahashi POV.

A few days have passed since I gave Kiyo his weapon. He claims it's a sword while it looks like a spear.

Ah, he is quirky like that, isn't he?

I am currently sitting on the bench outside my house, looking at the sunset. Next to me is the daemon that changed my life for the better. Ayanokouji Kiyotaka.

When I think about the time we've spent together this past few months, I can't help but smile. I've learned so much from him. I've learned so much about him like how good a cook he is, or the fact that... Wait. What do I know about Kiyo?

I know about his racial abilities, his magic, and his skills... Is that it? I could have sworn I know more about him.

"Hey, Kiyo, I've just realized something." He looked at me, closing the book he was reading.

"What is it?" His monotonous voice cut through the silence.

"I've realized I don't know anything about you." My voice was strained with guilt.

"But you do?" He seemed confused as to what I was inferring.

"Not that, I mean, I don't know who was Ayanokouji Kiyotaka, what he likes or dislikes... What he used to be like. I don't know a thing about you."

"Would you like to rectify that?" He looked at me in amusement. I just nodded, before moving closer to him.

He put my head on his lap, giving me a lap pillow. I blushed at this. Does he always have to do embarrassing things like this?

"Where should I start... Ah, I know." He stroked my hair as he spoke.

"First of Ayanokouji Kiyotaka is not my name, at least, not in this world."

"Then, what is your name?" I inquired, as I relaxed into his touch.

"I don't have one. Remember, I'm an unnamed monster. Ayanokouji Kiyotaka is more of an alias than anything else." Wait what? He's not named? But he's already one of the strongest!? Does that mean if he were to get a name...he would...

"While we are on the subject, this isn't what I look like." Why do you keep dropping bombshells?

Isn't one surprise enough?

"Think of this as... An illusion I cast upon myself so that I can interact with other people. I'll only get my true appearance once I have become a passive existence."

"Why not... Just, you know, become a passive existence? You have pretty crazy abilities, I would assume one of them could help you, or is it the fact that you are not done with that soul magic of yours?" I lazily pointed out, feeling content with this position.

"The second one, and maybe something more than that, maybe it's a name? But, I wouldn't want to be obe named something cringy like "supervoid god", it would be stuck with me for the rest of my life." I laughed at this, I guess it does make sense when put like that.

"So, why did you choose this form?" I looked up to meet brown looking straight at me.

"It's because it's what I'm most associated with." I just quietly stared into the abyss that is his eyes, waiting for him to continue.

"You see, this body represents -Ayanokouji Kiyotaka- that is who I built myself upon. So, until I get my own identity, I'll be keeping the mask of -Ayanokouji Kiyotaka-." If you are built upon one person, then...

"Then... Can I, ask you, who was Ayanokouji Kiyotaka? "

"He was... A sad existence." His voice carried unknown emotion, I frowned at what he was leading into.

"He was an ideation of his father's creation. Built only for the sale for his father's dream. A bird in a cage. A puppet on strings."

"That was until he turned 16. He was given a chance to interact with other people. He was given freedom and... He cherished it. He lived every day learning something new as if he were kid in a candy store. He was changing...for the better." I realized where this was going, I couldn't help but feel sad.

"Then he died, right?" I avoided his eyes, at the thought of it.

"Yes. He died, but, I was born then summoned by an annoying master." I see, so it was my fault if so I'm-

"Even if she is annoying, she is my master and I swore to protect her. After all, what good is a knight if he can't protect his beautiful queen? Hmm? Master?" He brought my mood up to 1000% with that simple sentence.

"Thanks... For telling me... And for being here." My voice carried relief, knowing I didn't mess up.

"No need to thank me. I'm here for you always, Hana." I really am happy that I met you Kiyo. My life became so much brighter because of you.

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"Ayanokouji Kiyotaka" POV.

Looking down at Hana, I see that she has fallen asleep, the rising and falling of her chest made it obvious.

[ Don't Saints, you know, no longer require sleep?] A feminine voice rang out with confusion.

Umu. It's just that, old habits die hard. Do you understand?

[ Not really, but as long this is the result you want, then I'll continue to watch until I'm needed. Master.] Chranere's voice carried absolute confidence in herself.

Chranere.

[ Yes master?]

You know about me, right? Due to our connection, I can see everything about you. I assume it's the same for you?

[ Yes master! I know everything there is to know about you.] The image of her puffing out her chest in pride entered my mind, creating a sense of mirth in me.

If that is the case... Why do you willingly call me master? Even though you've seen what I did, done. You've seen what I am doing. So, why do you follow me?

[ Because it is my purpose. I could care less if you treat me the way you used to treat others. As long as I am of use, I will always be happy!] Her little speech brought my mood up.

Thanks for being you, and thank you for being willing to put up with something like me.

[ Of course. I am the best weapon after all!] A smile made its way onto my face. She is such an interesting creature.

Umu. You are the best Chanere~chan

[ Hehe~Praise me more~.] Her voice was drowned in happiness as she asked for attention like a child.

Yes, yes. You're amazing.

She actually is amazing, her very presence could knock out high-tier fighters.

Name: Chranere[ E.P.: 2,567,098]

Race: Highest tier Sword Spirit

Blessing: Blessing of the [] slate.

Title: The sword that predates Genesis.

Magic: N/A

Ultimate skill(s):

Unique skills: N/A

Common skills: N/A

Resistance(s): Pain nullification. Damage Nullification. Magic Nullification. Skill Nullification. Spirit attack Nullification.

Our banter continued like this for the rest of the night. Hana was sleeping peacefully on my lap. She even curled up to be more comfortable. These are such wonderful times.

"I am glad I came to this world..."

Looks like when the stars align, will be the day the opening act comes to a close..

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Hana had woken up from her nap and went to shower, after which she sat next to me again, she had something to tell me apparently.

"I finally found it!" She was excited while I was clueless.

"Found what?" She did a very dramatic pose to build up suspense.

"A name for your magics!" I just stared at her, is she talking about my projects?

"Be more excited!"

I just threw my hands in the hair with fake enthusiasm.

"At least put the effort in it," I chuckled and pat her head, "I am excited, I just suck at expressions" she just pouted before swatting my hand away.

"So, what're your names for my projects?" She snapped out of her stupor before looking at me, "Simple, when you succeed at them, only then I will tell you." If only she knew.

"Please, I'm almost done with the soul magic and the aether one will be finished as well." She looked at me for a moment.

"Fine then, be grateful," she faked arrogance, "This one is unworthy master," she laughed at my joke, even if it was delivered with monotonous intent.

"So the first project name will be..." She paused, "Denial of nothingness." I just stared at her, wondering what inspired this name.

"I named it that because aether can be said to be created, that which denies nothingness," I nodded at her words, "Quite the poetic title," she looked proud, puffing out her chest childishly.

"The second one is... Heavens Feel," I lifted my brow, "I named your soul magic this because you will be attaining a sort of heaven by validation of your existence with the use of the magic."

"I see, thank you, Hana, I guess I will use my magic in your name from now on," I looked at her, appreciation in my gaze.

"You're welcome... It was just my way of saying that I... I appreciate you." My eyes widened and I looked down, not wanting to hear those words.

"I... Thank you..." I barely managed out.

It is approaching, isn't it?

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Name: N/A [E.P. 17, 501, 926]

Alias: "Ayanokouji Kiyotaka"

Race: Daemon

Blessing: [ ]Title: N/A

Magic: New, New.

Unique skill: Sha Naqba Imuru(variant)

Extra skill: Encyclopedia, sage.

Resistances: Resist piercing attack. Resist melee attack. Cancel pain. Resist temperature. Resist magic.

Intrinsic skill: Reality marble. Marble Phantasm. Manifest phantasm.

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Let's just get this over with... I'm done with this charade.

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And~cut~!

Soomer or later, I'll post trivia on classroom of the elite and Type moon.