The First Step

"..."

Under the turbulent skies of the Lightning Territory, the purple-winged monster hovered in the air, its glowing eyes fixed on the horizon. Far in the distance, a black dot streaked across the terrain, vanishing into the chaos of the storm. Its speed was almost unnatural, a speed that defied logic and made even the predator doubt their eyes.

An irritated, low growl escaped the creature's throat, the storm seeming to echo its frustration. 

"How... how is he so fast?" it muttered, its voice tinged with disbelief. 

The wings flared briefly, sending out a ripple of purple energy as the figure landed softly on the charred ground below. The disguise flickered, and the truth was revealed—a female student with silver hair and deep purple eyes.

It was Aria.