Chapter 35: Musings and Secrecy

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As James contemplated, he admitted to himself that facing any of them in his current state would be a daunting challenge. The youths of the Zodiac Knight world were extraordinary, beyond the measure of ordinary individuals.

Comparing himself to them, James felt like an inept child, lacking the vitality and skill they exuded effortlessly.

Their skirmish was vigorous, traversing the training ground and inadvertently damaging public facilities. Eventually, the other trainees wisely vacated the area.

As the two combatants neared James, he instinctively prepared to evade using his martial arts prowess. Yet, his body betrayed him, executing a different tactic altogether.

Swift and intricate, his moves were a whirlwind of speed and cunning angles, effectively fending off both opponents.

After a prolonged bout, the black-haired boy panted, acknowledging, "We've toiled for so long, yet still can't match your skill..."

Just as the boy was about to reveal his name, James abruptly awoke.

It was akin to abruptly awaking from a vivid dream, moments before culmination. The frustration was palpable, akin to an abrupt alarm after the perfect setup.

Gazing at the darkened sky, James cursed vehemently, "Damn it!"

The dream's protagonist undoubtedly surpassed his current capabilities. His strength merely qualified him as a Zodiac Knight candidate, trailing far behind.

Reflecting on the identity of the dream's possessor, James puzzled over the enigma.

The training ground hinted that he hadn't fled from Sanctuary, yet among the original series' bronze Knights, only Seiya trained there. The black-haired boy resembled Seiya, while the blond boy bore a Confucian demeanor.

But could the blond boy be Glacier? Unlikely, as Glacier resided in Siberia, far from Sanctuary.

Cassios was the only other Sanctuary trainee, but the blond boy's character didn't align with Cassios's.

Limiting factors aside, James speculated on the possessor's identity, surmising it was male.

Though lacking a clear visual, James intuited the male presence. Even without tactile confirmation, the subtle differences in physicality hinted at masculinity.

Ophiuchus's speculation was discounted, leaving James to ponder the Silver Zodiac Knight.

Lost in contemplation, James resolved to focus on his cosmic energy practice.

He sensed the Zodiac Knight Suitcase's influence diminishing, hinting at nearing physical readiness to withstand its power.

As James delved into practice, a faint constellation shimmered in the southern sky.

Meanwhile, the New York Police Department swiftly resolved the taxi kidnapping case, with the perpetrator shot dead while resisting arrest.

The media, unaware of Gwen's involvement, preserved her anonymity. Keen to resume normalcy, Gwen returned to school, desiring to maintain her academic progress.

During self-study, James sought solace in the library, only to be interrupted by Gwen's approach.

"Anything on your mind? If it's about last night, you don't need to thank me. I merely provided leads, not assistance," James explained cryptically, reflecting on the complexities of romance amidst superhero secrecy.

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