Darkness. Silence. Then—shadows stirred.
Once again, Kai found himself in the same dream. The same memory that had haunted him for the last 500 years.
Alen lay dying—the ancient traveler who had followed Kai for two decades. Even in his final moments, he smiled.
"I believe in you… You can change this fate."
But Kai had never responded. Even now, he had no answer.
The dream always ended the same way—with Alen's death.
500 Years Later – Life as a Hunter
Magic had evolved. People had learned to control powerful magical beasts like dragons. Kingdoms flourished, and the past was slowly forgotten.
But one man remained unchanged.
Kai.
For 500 years, he had lived not as a king, nor as a god's warrior, but as a hunter—a man who killed magical beasts for guilds. He walked the land alone, taking dangerous missions. His name was whispered in taverns, feared by beasts, and respected by warriors.
But he didn't care about fame. He was searching for something—a purpose that wasn't given to him by the gods.
.... Awakening in the New Era.....
Kai opened his eyes.
The same old room. The same cold air. The same empty feeling.
Sitting up on his bed, he ran a hand through his hair and exhaled slowly. Five centuries had passed, yet nothing had changed for him.
The gods had ignored him, and he had ignored them. He had once believed they had stripped him of his divine power. And perhaps they had.
"Doesn't matter."
Even with only 20% of his former strength, he was still powerful enough to destroy anything in his way.
The Call of the Guild.....
Morning.
🔹 Butler: "Master, the Guild has summoned you."
His butler's voice was calm, respectful. The old man had been by his side for decades—loyal, wise, and a master of martial arts.
Kai, sitting in a chair, sharpened his sword without looking up.
🔹 Kai: "Another special mission?"
🔹 Butler: "Yes. It seems urgent."
Kai stood up, putting on his long black coat and fastening his three swords—two at his sides and The Fallen Sword on his back.
Even after 500 years, his face was untouched by time. In fact, he had become even more handsome. His cold golden eyes were sharper than before.
🔹 Kai: "Let's go."
Scene Shift – The Guild's Reaction
The Hunter's Guild was full of warriors, adventurers, and mercenaries. The moment Kai entered, silence fell over the room.
Whispers spread like wildfire.
🔹 Hunter 1 (whispering): "That's him…"
🔹 Hunter 2: "The Dark Knight…"
🔹 Hunter 3: "He's stronger than any warrior here…"
Some female warriors observed him closely.
🔹 Female Warrior 1: "He's so handsome… but so cold."
🔹 Female Warrior 2 (blushing): "I wish he'd look at me once…"
Kai ignored them and walked straight to the Guild Master's chamber.
The guards at the door quickly moved aside.
A Private Meeting....
The Guild Master, an old but powerful man, sat behind his desk. Two bodyguards stood beside him.
🔹 Guild Master (serious tone): "Kai. Thank you for coming."
Kai sat down in front of him, arms crossed.
🔹 Kai (calmly): "Speak."
The Guild Master slid a report across the table.
🔹 Guild Master: "We have a serious problem. ( Vampires ). Many people have been killed in the last few nights. Their blood was completely drained."
Kai scanned the report without interest.
🔹 Guild Master (lowering voice, almost pleading): "Kai... only you can stop them. We need your help before more innocent people die. We will pay as a reward for this."
🔹 Kai: "And the reward?"
The Guild Master hesitated.
🔹 Guild Master: "We will pay you well. But more than money, we need you as the Dark Knight. No one else can handle this mission."
Kai sighed.
🔹 Kai: "Fine. I'll do it."
The Guild Master let out a relieved breath.
🔹 Guild Master: "Thank you. The kingdom's fate rests in your hands."
Kai stood up and left without another word.
Scene Shift...
Kai Walking Through the Kingdom
The sun was bright. Kai walked through the city streets, scanning the people.
Children laughed. Merchants shouted. Life continued, unaware of the danger that lurked in the night.
🔹 Kai (thinking): "Five hundred years ago, I wouldn't have cared. But now... I want to protect this world. Not because the gods command it. But because... it's my choice."
He wanders till evening comes As he walked, his sharp eyes searched for clues.
A Sudden Encounter...At Evening
Kai's sharp senses picked up something unusual—an eerie stillness in a nearby alleyway.
He stepped forward, boots silent against the cobblestone. The stench of blood thickened in the air.
Then—movement.
Three figures lunged from the darkness. Their eyes glowed crimson, fangs bared. Low-level vampires.
Kai didn't even unsheathe The Fallen Sword. With a swift motion, he drew one of his side blades.
The first vampire rushed him, claws extending.
Too slow.
Kai sidestepped and severed its head in a single strike. The body fell lifelessly, already turning to ash.
The second vampire snarled, leaping from the rooftop above.
Kai barely looked up.
A flick of his wrist—his sword slashed upward, cutting the creature in half mid-air. The third one hesitated, realizing its fate.
Kai grabbed its throat before it could escape. The vampire thrashed, hissing in panic.
🔹 Kai (coldly): "Tell me. Who commands you?"
The vampire's red eyes flickered with fear.
🔹 Vampire (weakly): "You… will never… stop her…"
Kai's grip tightened. Crack.
The body went limp before turning to dust.
He exhaled. Low-level vampires were pests, nothing more. But their words confirmed something—a leader was waiting.
And she knew he was coming.
Kai wiped his blade clean and sheathed it
Night was falling.
The real hunt was about to begin.
A Night of Bloodshed
The streets were quiet, the moon casting eerie shadows. But Kai wasn't alone.
Ten low-level vampires emerged from the darkness, followed by two mid-level ones.
They attacked immediately.
Kai didn't hesitate. His swords flashed.
Blades cut through flesh, severing limbs, piercing hearts. The lesser vampires stood no chance.
Their bodies hit the ground, lifeless.
Then—a presence.
She stepped forward.
Cruel. Beautiful. Dangerous.
🔹 Liza (smirking): "The Dark Knight… The one who killed Drex."
( Drax was a high level vampire and was killed by Kai a few months ago in another city )
Kai remained silent.
🔹 Liza: "Your blood… I wonder how powerful it is."
She lifted her hand—Blood Magic.
From thin air, crimson spears formed.
Blood Spears.
She launched them at him without warning.
Kai moved, blocking the attack with his swords.
🔹 Kai (smirking): "Maybe you're the leader."
Suddenly, Kai rushed forward, moving faster than she expected.
His blade sliced through the air—and Liza's arm was severed.
She roared in pain, her red eyes burning with rage.
🔹 Liza (furious): "You idiot! I'll kill you!"
Blood gathered around her wound, forming into a new arm.
She charged at him, slashing wildly.
Kai dodged with ease, his movements precise.
Their swords clashed, sparks flying with each impact.
Liza's attacks grew faster, her blood weapons shifting between whips, daggers, and spears.
Kai weaved through them, striking whenever he saw an opening.
But she wasn't slowing down.
🔹 Kai (thinking): "She's stronger than Drex. But not invincible."
Then—the air shifted.
Blood energy surged.
Her body began to change.
Wings tore through her back—massive, sharp. Her fingers lengthened into deadly claws. Her red eyes burned with power. Horns curled from her head. A monstrous axe formed in her grip.
Then—a monstrous roar.
The transformation was irritating.
Kai exhaled, raising his sword.
🔹 Kai (coldly): "You're just making yourself a bigger target."
To Be Continued…