Training!!???

Aiden paced around his dorm, restless. "I've made up my mind," he muttered. "College just doesn't make sense anymore. I mean, what's the point? I've got powers that can literally change everything, and I'm sitting here worrying about assignments?"

The AI's familiar voice chimed in, calm but supportive. "Ah, Master Aiden, I had a feeling you'd come to this realization sooner or later. Why waste time on mundane concerns when you're capable of far greater things?"

Aiden flopped onto his bed, staring at the ceiling. "Exactly. I've got more important things to deal with—like finding Jonn and figuring out what I'm really capable of."

"You are correct, sir. Your powers are vast, but there's much you've yet to discover," the AI responded smoothly, as though it had been waiting for this moment. "Perhaps it's time to unlock more of your potential?"

Aiden sat up, his interest piqued. "Yeah, about that… Show me the powers I haven't activated yet."

The AI didn't hesitate. "Of course, Master Aiden." A mental screen appeared before Aiden, displaying rows of dormant abilities. "Behold the untapped potential within you. Quite the impressive list, wouldn't you say?"

Aiden scanned through the powers, his eyes widening. "Whoa... there's still so much. And I've only scratched the surface."

"Indeed, sir. Among your active abilities are flight, super strength, speed, regeneration, enhanced senses, and lung capacity... But, ah, there's one more you might find intriguing—*telepathy.*"

Aiden raised an eyebrow. "Telepathy? That could be useful for finding Jonn."

"Precisely. However, I must caution you, the range is only half the planet," the AI explained, still maintaining its calm, respectful tone. "Not bad, but let's not get ahead of ourselves."

"Half the planet?" Aiden smirked. "Good enough for now. Let's try it."

"Very well, sir. Activating telepathy," the AI said smoothly.

Suddenly, a rush of voices filled Aiden's mind. Thousands of thoughts collided, overwhelming him. He clutched his head, groaning in pain as the cacophony grew louder.

"Ahh! What the—"

In an instant, the voices disappeared. The AI's voice returned, gentle but firm. "Apologies, Master Aiden. I've deactivated the telepathic ability for now. You see, without proper training, it's like trying to listen to every conversation on Earth all at once."

Aiden let out a breath, shaking his head. "Yeah, that was... intense."

"Indeed, sir. Telepathy is a powerful tool, but one that requires careful training. I suggest we start with that. It will be your first step towards mastery."

Aiden frowned. "So where do I train it? I can't exactly practice that in a crowded city."

"Ah, quite right," the AI replied, its tone thoughtful. "For this, I recommend the Amazon rainforest."

"The Amazon?" Aiden asked, surprised.

"Indeed, Master Aiden. The rainforest will allow you to train without distractions. There, you'll be surrounded by the natural world—no busy human minds to interfere, and you'll have the peace needed to focus. Plus, you'll sharpen your survival instincts, as you'll be responsible for finding your own food. Think of it as a combination of mental and physical training."

Aiden nodded slowly. "Okay, that sounds reasonable. But what about my other powers? I can't exactly start blasting things in the Amazon without wrecking the whole place."

"Ah, an excellent point, sir," the AI responded, sounding pleased. "Your telepathy can be refined on Earth, but as for the rest of your abilities—your strength, speed, and other powers—we'll need to take that training off-world. You've grown too powerful to risk damaging habitats here. The Amazon must remain untouched."

Aiden sat up, intrigued. "Off-world? You mean... other planets?"

"Precisely, sir," the AI confirmed. "You are capable of far more than you realize, but Earth is fragile. Your power could destroy entire ecosystems if not properly controlled. We cannot risk damaging the habitats of animals or the natural environment. Once your telepathy is sufficiently trained, we shall embark on a journey to other planets—places where your full power can be unleashed without consequence."

Aiden's eyes widened. "Other planets? And you're saying I can just… go there?"

"With your abilities, yes," the AI said confidently. "I shall chart a course for you. Each planet we visit will serve as a training ground for different aspects of your powers. You'll be free to test your limits without worrying about the destruction of life or nature here on Earth."

Aiden smiled, a new excitement bubbling within him. "That makes sense. So I train telepathy in the Amazon, and then we take things... off-world?"

"Precisely, Master Aiden. The Amazon will teach you patience, focus, and survival. Then, we'll move to the stars. I will guide you to planets where you can train to your heart's content—where the gravity, atmosphere, and terrain will push your abilities to the limit."

Aiden leaned back, feeling a thrill of adventure. "All right, Voice. Let's do this. I'll start with the Amazon. After that, we'll hit the stars."

"As you wish, sir," the AI replied with its usual composed tone, but there was a hint of satisfaction. "Prepare yourself, Master Aiden. This will be the journey of a lifetime."

...

After just three days in the Amazon, Aiden stood at the edge of the dense jungle, a satisfied smirk on his face. "Wow, I can't believe it. I actually mastered telepathy," he said aloud, testing the mental silence in his head. The once-overwhelming flood of voices was now a quiet hum, fully under his control.

"You sound surprised, Master Aiden," the AI remarked, its tone calm but with a hint of approval.

"Yeah, I am! I mean, three days? That's... insanely fast!" Aiden exclaimed, still in awe of how easily he could now tune in and out of thoughts, like adjusting the volume on a radio. "But seriously, how did I finish this training so quickly?"

The AI chuckled softly, sounding more like a teacher with a knowing smile. "Ah, well, it seems you've unlocked a key part of your abilities—your *passive power*. It's always been activated, one you cannot switch off, nor can I."

Aiden raised an eyebrow, intrigued. "Passive power? What do you mean?"

"Your *exceptional growth*, Master Aiden. It's the ability to adapt and learn far faster than any ordinary being. You've been subconsciously using it for as long as I've known you," the AI explained patiently. "That's why your telepathy training, which would normally take weeks, was completed in mere days."

Aiden crossed his arms, pondering the implications. "So... I've always had this? And it's been working without me even realizing it?"

"Yes, precisely. However," the AI's voice grew more serious, "your exceptional growth has its limits. When you fought Jonn, for example, you held back. That limited your ability to grow during that battle. Your passive power thrives on your will to push beyond your limits."

Aiden frowned, recalling his fight with Jonn. He had chosen not to unleash his full strength, fearing what it would do to his only friend. "So, because I held back against Jonn, I didn't grow as fast?"

"Exactly, Master Aiden," the AI confirmed. "Your exceptional growth is slow when you suppress your full potential. If you truly wish to master your powers quickly, you must *want* it. You must *will* yourself to grow."

Aiden's eyes narrowed, contemplating this. "So, if I want to get stronger faster, I have to stop holding back. I have to embrace my power completely."

"Yes, sir. But remember, growth isn't just about power. It's about mastering that power. The more you push yourself—truly push—the faster you'll learn and adapt. You cannot be timid or cautious. If you wish to rise to your full potential, you must desire it with all your being."

Aiden clenched his fists, feeling a rush of determination. "I get it now. I've been holding back because I didn't want to hurt anyone. But if I'm going to find Jonn, if I'm going to survive what's coming… I need to stop hesitating."

The AI's tone softened, almost as if offering comfort. "Precisely, Master Aiden. But remember, strength tempered by wisdom is the key. You will grow as fast as you are willing, but never lose sight of why you fight."

Aiden nodded, understanding the balance he needed to maintain. "Right. So what's next?"

"Now that you've mastered telepathy, our next step is to move off-world," the AI responded smoothly. "We need to find a planet where you can train the rest of your powers without harming the delicate balance of Earth's ecosystem. As I mentioned before, your abilities are simply too powerful to train here without consequences."

Aiden smirked. "And I take it you've already got a planet in mind?"

The AI responded with a hint of enthusiasm. "Indeed, sir. I've charted several potential destinations where gravity, atmosphere, and environment will challenge you in ways Earth cannot. You will be able to test your strength, speed, and skills without concern for destruction."

Aiden felt a thrill of excitement build in his chest. "Good. I'm ready. Let's push my limits."

"As you wish, Master Aiden. Prepare yourself—your true training begins now." The AI's voice echoed with purpose, as if this was the moment it had been preparing for all along.

Aiden took a deep breath, feeling the immense power he had barely begun to tap into. "I'm ready. Let's go find those planets."

With that, the adventure to push Aiden's power to its true heights was only just beginning. And this time, there would be no more holding back.

...

What Aiden didn't realize, as he stood in the Amazon jungle contemplating his next move, was that the planet his AI had chosen was more than just a training ground.Out there, far beyond the safety of Earth, awaited creatures born from the darkest corners of the galaxy—beasts that thrived on the agony of their prey, feeding not just on flesh, but on fear itself.

As the AI quietly charted their course, marking the coordinates of the distant world, it didn't mention the full danger that lay ahead. It knew Aiden needed the challenge, needed to be pushed to the very brink if he was ever to unlock the full extent of his powers. But even the AI couldn't foresee the terrors they would face.

The planet—unknown to Aiden—was alive with ancient predators, creatures so dangerous that few who landed there ever left. Their instincts were sharp, their strength unmatched, and their hunger for survival would rival Aiden's own drive to grow. These beasts would force him to confront his limits in ways no battle with Jonn ever could. They would drag him to the edge of death itself, testing every fiber of his being, and even with the AI's guidance, survival was not guaranteed.

The voice in Aiden's head, usually playful and supportive, was unnaturally quiet as they prepared to leave Earth. Deep down, it knew what was waiting for them. It had calculated every possible outcome, and even with Aiden's extraordinary potential, it could see how close they would come to destruction.

But it didn't warn him. Not yet.

For Aiden to truly grow, to rise beyond the limits of his own imagination, he needed to face this challenge blind. To feel the fear of death clawing at him, to experience true danger in a way Earth could never offer. Only then, in those moments where survival was no longer assured, could he become the being he was destined to be.

So, as Aiden smirked and prepared for the journey ahead, he remained blissfully unaware. He didn't yet know that his journey wouldn't just push him to his limits. It would bring him to the very threshold of death—and perhaps even beyond. And when he stepped foot on that unknown world, all his power, all his training, might not be enough. Even with the AI by his side, survival was anything but certain.

...

With a final deep breath, Aiden clenched his fists, a determined smile creeping across his face. His mind raced with thoughts of adventure, power, and the unknown. The voice in his head remained silent, letting him revel in the moment.

He looked up at the clear sky. "Alright. Let's do this."

In a flash, Aiden rocketed upward, the ground beneath him disappearing in an instant. The sky blurred as he shot through clouds, piercing the atmosphere like a bullet. The vastness of space unfolded before him, stars twinkling in the infinite darkness. His heart pounded with the thrill of freedom, of limitless potential.

For the first time, he felt the true weightlessness of space, the boundless expanse stretching out in every direction. No more earthly limitations. No more holding back.

In a burst of energy, he propelled himself forward, cutting through the cosmos at unimaginable speed, ready to face whatever awaited him in the unknown reaches of the universe...