NEW WAY OF LIGHT : ENERGY

As I gazed at the two marks before me, the boy's voice resonated, "I've created a special band for you. Simply focus your thoughts to tap into its power, and you'll perceive the energy surrounding you, detecting presence. This bond will connect your energy and eyes, potentially remaining with you even after you regain your sight. The choice is yours."

I was taken aback but recognized the potential benefits. Desperate for any form of vision, I agreed. The boy instructed, "Concentrate your mind." As I did, colors representing energy began to materialize amidst the darkness, taking the form of indistinct, blurred shapes.

"To achieve clarity, you must refine your focus and energy," the boy explained. "Initially, everything appears blurry, but with rigorous training, you'll master energy precision. I'll guide you through this process, closing all your senses except for energy and pain."

Before I could process his words, my ability to hear and feel sensations vanished, leaving me numb.

As I existed in a realm shrouded in darkness, a sudden and intense impact assaulted me, unleashing a torrent of excruciating pain. Amidst this tumultuous backdrop, a reddish hue materialized before me, and I beheld a blurred, amorphous shape momentarily recoiling, only to advance anew with menacing intent, poised to strike with unrelenting ferocity.

In a valiant attempt to evade the impending blow, I endeavored to dodge, but my efforts were thwarted as I stumbled and fell, ultimately succumbing to the relentless barrage of strikes that threatened to overwhelm my very being.

Summoning every last vestige of resilience, I managed to regain my balance and suppress the overwhelming pain, its searing intensity momentarily subsiding. Recalling the sage counsel imparted by the enigmatic boy, I concentrated intently on clarifying the energy surrounding me, which had previously remained obscure and indistinct, shrouded in an impenetrable veil of uncertainty.

Initially, the energy appeared blurry and unfocused, its contours indistinct and nebulous. However, as I persisted in my efforts, it began to rearrange and take on a more defined, crystalline form, its essence unfolding before me like a nascent bloom.

With renewed determination, I focused on maintaining this newfound clarity, striving to comprehend the nature of my assailant, whose identity and motivations remained shrouded in mystery.

Determined to unravel the enigma, I directed my attention toward the red energy, which seemed to emanate from the source of the pain, its vibrant, crimson hue burning with an otherworldly intensity. Its shape gradually solidified, becoming increasingly distinct and well-defined, until I realized, to my astonishment, that it was a flute.

Perplexed and bewildered, I wondered why the flute's melodic vibrations caused such agony, despite my supposedly opened 7 chakras, which should have rendered me more resilient to harm, imbuing me with an enhanced capacity for endurance.

Setting aside this enigma for the moment, I prioritized survival, recognizing that my immediate focus must be on self-preservation, lest I succumb to the relentless onslaught.

As I searched within, an innovative idea dawned on me: instead of focusing on external energies, I would harness my own. But, to my chagrin, I couldn't detect any cultivable energy. Memories of lost powers flooded back, threatening to overwhelm me.

"Yet, I sensed a glimmer of hope. A residual energy lingered, awaiting rediscovery. With renewed resolve, I scanned my inner self, uncovering distorted energy threads. Though control eluded me, I pressed on.

"A faint, crackling blue energy caught my attention, its lightning-like essence stirring within. As I focused, pain from the flute's attacks and my own energy intensified. Still, I persevered, gradually mastering the weakened lightning energy.

"With a surge of determination, I released the energy outside my body, freeing myself.

As Aysha mastered her thunder energy, the past few minutes transformed into a shocking horror for the boy before her. He stood frozen, awestruck, thinking to himself, "How is she already sensing energy without cultivation? She's dodging it effortlessly and seeing my flute's energy, which is at such a high level that I struggled to perceive it for three days, and she grasped it in mere hours."

The boy's astonishment deepened as time passed. Another shock awaited him when a lightning spark erupted from Aysha's body, unleashing a tornado of thoughts. "How is this possible? She's already opened all her chakras and mastered the thunder chakra! I knew she was talented, but I never imagined she'd be this exceptional. She'll be the best!" The boy's eyes gleamed with malevolent intent as he began to laugh sinisterly.

Meanwhile, Aysha, having harnessed her thunder energy, attempted to spread it and sense her surroundings. However, she realized that her uncontrolled energy was harming nearby objects. Recognizing its destructive potential, she silenced it, acknowledging that it was fighting energy.

As I, Aysha, struggled to master other energies, frustration mounted. Hours ticked by, perhaps exceeding eight, leaving me exhausted. The relentless pain from the flute had taken its toll.

Just as I felt on the verge of collapse, the familiar face of the boy appeared before me. "You're free to rest now; you've practiced perfectly for eight hours. That's impressive," he said with a smile. "Sleep well, for tomorrow we'll begin your cultivation."

His words ignited excitement within me, and I welcomed the respite from the continuous pain. My eyelids grew heavy, and I succumbed to sleep.

Soon, my stomach growled, alerting me to my hunger. The enticing aroma of veg biryani wafted through the air, and I stood up, drawn to the scent. The boy noticed my struggle to walk and offered assistance.

Upon reaching the food, I was shocked to see an enormous energy emanating from the spoon. Despite my hunger, I hesitated momentarily before taking a bite. "It's delicious!" I exclaimed. "Can I have more?"

The boy chuckled and replied, "Don't worry, I have plenty. Help yourself." Suddenly, I found myself surrounded by an array of dishes, covering an area of about one meter.

In mere seconds, I devoured all the food, shocking myself with my voracious appetite. "How did I become such a big eater?" I wondered, knowing my love for food, but this was unprecedented.