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Chapter 5: The Anticipated Triumph

Hiroshi, Kanae and Shinobu were determined to stand out and be the first to complete the selection test for the warrior battle. Determined, they ran at full strength for hours on end, facing challenging obstacles and overcoming every challenge in their path.

Finally, in the final stretch of the test it was time to choose an ore for the nichirin sword, Hiroshi noticed a peculiar glow coming from an ore. With a keen intuition, he decided to choose it to manufacture his sword, feeling that there was something special about this material. Upon touching the ore, magical energy enveloped Hiroshi, awakening his senses and boosting his confidence.

As Hiroshi was enjoying his moment of triumph, something unexpected happened. A Kasugai crow landed on his shoulder, looking at him with piercing eyes. The crow seemed to be connected to Hiroshi somehow, as if they had an inexplicable connection. He felt grateful for the presence of this mysterious creature that now accompanied him.

As Hiroshi and the crow bonded, a girl who had also finished the test, winked at Hiroshi, showing admiration for his achievement. Kanae and Shinobu, who were watching the scene from afar, felt a wave of jealousy surge through their hearts. They were mixed feelings that oscillated between happiness for Hiroshi and a secret desire to be the focus of his attention.

Hiroshi, with his gentle nature, noticed his friends' distress and understood the need to calm them down. In a bold move, he took a surprising step. Without thinking twice, Hiroshi approached Kanae and placed a quick kiss on her lips. The act caught Shinobu and Kanae completely off guard, their faces warm and embarrassed, but also full of joy.

As the feeling of happiness spread through the group, Hiroshi spoke comforting words, hugging the two friends. He expressed the importance of their connection during this journey, which went beyond any romance. They were a team, and working together was the key to overcoming all obstacles ahead. Kanae and Shinobu felt relieved, realizing that their friendship was intact despite the moments of jealousy.

With clear thoughts and radiant hearts, Hiroshi, Kanae, Shinobu and their new crow companion continued forward, excited and confident for the next steps of their journey. They learned that the strength of their unity and mutual trust could overcome any obstacle that came their way.