As you stood beside Allysa, ready to embark on this journey of self-discovery, you couldn't help but feel a surge of anticipation. The path ahead was shrouded in mystery, but with each step, you would carve your destiny, define your purpose, and perhaps, find a sense of belonging in this clandestine.
"Let's begin," Allysa said, extending her hand towards the training grounds. "Your future as a royal assassin starts now."
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The journey to Onin's domain was a silent one, the only sound being the crunch of leaves underfoot. Allysa walked with purpose, her ocean like eyes scanning the dense foliage that surrounded the path. You followed, trying to match her stride, your mind racing with thoughts of the upcoming test.
As you entered the clearing, Onin greeted you with a nod. "Welcome to my forest," he said, gesturing to the forest around him. "Let's see how you fare with Luna's guidance."
Luna, a majestic wolf with eyes like polished gold, regarded you with curiosity. You reached out a tentative hand, and she sniffed it before giving a soft huff of approval. "She likes you," Onin observed. "That's a good sign."
The test was simple in theory: follow Luna to a hidden marker without alerting any of the forest's other inhabitants. You took a deep breath and nodded to Onin, signaling you were ready.
Luna set off at a brisk pace, weaving through trees and over streams with ease. You did your best to keep up, mindful of the noise you made with every step. The forest was a cacophony of sounds, from the rustling of leaves to the distant calls of birds.
Despite your efforts, you quickly lost sight of Luna. The forest seemed to close in around you, the trees like towering sentinels. You paused, listening for any sign of the wolf, but there was nothing. A sense of unease settled in your stomach.
After what felt like hours, you stumbled upon Luna, who was sitting patiently beside the marker. Relief washed over you, but it was short-lived. Onin emerged from the shadows, a disappointed frown on his face.
"You're too loud," he said bluntly. "The forest is a living thing; you need to be a part of it, not a disruption."
You nodded, accepting the critique. "I understand," you replied, though frustration simmered within you. "What's next?"
Allysa stepped forward, placing a reassuring hand on your shoulder. "Don't worry, (Y/N)," she said. "We'll find your place. Let's move on to the next test."
As you left the forest, you couldn't help but feel a twinge of defeat. But the day was young, and there were more specializations to explore. With Allysa by your side, you were ready to face the next challenge.
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