Togo said, "I can't properly train you both while being a suit, so I'm going to create my own body. But it'll only last for this week."
Aria raised an eyebrow. "You can do that? Just like that?"
Tony smirked. "Togo can do anything. At this point, I wouldn't be surprised if he built a spaceship while taking a nap."
Togo ignored the comment. His body emitted a bright blue glow, circuits flickering like a pulsing heart. Within seconds, his suit peeled off Tony's body, reforming into a humanoid shape before their eyes.
A tall, sleek figure stood before them—black and silver armor layered over a lean, athletic frame. His eyes shone icy blue, mechanical yet expressive. His 'face' was smooth metal with no mouth, only two glowing lines where his jaw should be.
"Done," Togo said in a deeper, more commanding voice.
Tony, now standing in just his underclothes, stared at him with wide eyes. Then he glanced down at himself. "...Wait. Where are my clothes?"
Aria turned away, covering her eyes in fake disgust. "Ugh, put something on, you idiot!"
Before Tony could react, she punched him in the stomach. He doubled over, groaning.
Togo sighed. "I knew this would happen. So, here."
A bundle of neatly folded clothes materialized in his hands. Tony grabbed them quickly, examining the outfit—a black and red suit with "Hero Master" written in bold letters across the chest.
Tony grinned. "Nice. I look like an actual hero now." He put it on, flexing his arms. "Yep, definitely cool."
Togo turned to Aria. "Here's yours."
Aria crossed her arms. "I already have clothes."
"It's not just about clothes," Togo explained. "It's a part of your training. These outfits adjust to your movements, enhancing flexibility and reducing resistance. They also record your combat data."
Aria hesitated, then snatched the outfit from Togo's hands. She muttered under her breath before walking off to change.
Tony chuckled. "She acts tough, but I bet she secretly likes it."
Togo ignored him. "Now that I have a body, we can begin training properly. No more distractions."
Tony stretched his arms. "Oh yeah? Then let's get started."
Aria returned, now wearing the outfit. It fit perfectly, the dark material shifting slightly as she moved. She rolled her shoulders, then cracked her knuckles. "Fine. Let's see what you've got, Togo."
Togo's eyes flickered. "You're not ready for me yet. But you will be."
Togo stood before Tony and Aria, his new body gleaming under the morning sun. **"For the next week, I will push you both beyond your limits. You won't master anything, but you will improve. First, we train your bodies. Then, we move to your minds. And finally
Day 1-2: Physical Conditioning
Togo doesn't hold back. The first two days are brutal.
Strength Training:
Running up steep mountains with weights. Punching trees until their fists bleed (Togo ensures they heal quickly). Holding planks while balancing on one arm over a pit of spikes (illusionary, but they don't know that).
Speed & Reflexes:
Dodging rocks thrown at high speeds. Running through a forest while avoiding tripwires. Sparring with Togo at reduced strength, forcing them to react faster.
Endurance:
Running nonstop for hours without food or water. Togo increases gravity around them to double their body weight while they move.
Aria, already in great shape, handles it better. Tony struggles but refuses to quit.
Day 3-4: Mental Strength & Awareness
Togo shifts focus. Now, it's about pushing their minds.
Meditation Under Pressure:
Sitting under waterfalls, focusing on their breathing. Standing in a blizzard without reacting to the cold. Staying completely still while Togo launches fake attacks.
Fighting Blindfolded:
Togo removes their ability to see, forcing them to rely on instincts. Aria struggles at first but starts predicting movements. Tony learns to trust his gut but gets knocked down often.
Breaking Their Limits:
Togo sets impossible tasks, making them fail repeatedly to test their resilience. He constantly taunts them, trying to make them give up. Aria stays calm, but Tony snaps—only to realize Togo was testing his patience. Day 5-7: Forcing Enemy Threading
Togo knows they can't master it, but he can force them to experience it.
Day 5: Understanding Enemy Threading
Togo explains: "Enemy Threading isn't just reading an opponent—it's feeling their intent before they act." Training: Aria and Tony must stand still while Togo attacks. They have to predict when he will strike, not by sight, but by feeling the energy shift.
Day 6: Fighting Against the Unknown
Togo cloaks himself in illusions, making them fight an unseen opponent. If they react too late, they get hit. Tony starts catching faint hints of movement, while Aria dodges more effectively.
Day 7: The Final Test
Togo fights them both at once at half power. They must land one clean hit using Enemy Threading. Aria gets close but hesitates. Tony gets knocked down hard. In the last few minutes, Tony feels an attack before it happens and barely dodges. He grins. "I felt it." Togo stops. "Good. You're beginning to understand."
By the end of the week, they are exhausted but stronger. They haven't mastered anything—but they've changed.
Togo crosses his arms. "Now... you're ready for New Place."