Over the following days, Kai's powers began to evolve rapidly. In an intensive training session in the guild's courtyard, he discovered that he could summon shadow soldiers—warriors formed entirely of swirling purple energy.
Kai exclaimed, "I can feel them—my shadows! They are more than illusions; they obey my will!"
Kian replied in wonder, "It's like you have an army of guardians at your command."
Lyra cautioned, "Remember, these shadows are a part of you. You must always control them."
Kai stated firmly, "I want to learn how to level them up, to make them stronger with me. Together, we will protect those who cannot defend themselves."
Their excited conversation filled the training ground with hope, and Kai began to see his future as a true guardian.