[159] "Decision"

[The next day, in the morning]

[World Awakened Academy]

Garrith serenely keeps his hands behind his back as he directs his gaze forward, finding the presence of Seongha, Inhyuk, Sucheon, Jisuk, Subin, Gangseok, Wooin and Jiwoo with Silvia resting in his arms, accompanied by three cats.

With innate serenity, Garrith expressed it politely. "It was a real pleasure to have your presence."

His gaze swept over each of them before continuing. "Despite the setbacks during your visit, if you wish to be part of this academy, the doors are open for you."

Garrith's words caused a frown in his brows, showing a mixture of bewilderment and reflection.

Meanwhile, Jiwoo, with the innocent and unalterable look of him.

Inhyuk responded cautiously. "Of course..." his response created an awkward silence, weighing on the atmosphere like a shadow after his intervention.

Garrith smiled as the seconds passed in silence after the others left. He directed his attention to Jiwoo and commented. Jiwoo, feeling somewhat uncomfortable, bowed and apologized. "It's a relief they're gone."

Jiwoo, feeling somewhat uncomfortable, bowed and apologized.

Garrith was silent for a moment, watching Jiwoo, before sighing and letting out a small smile. He added. "You don't look anything like them, but they really are identical."

….

[Astra Organization]

[At dawn]

Muras, wrapped in bandages that cover most of his body, kneels in front of Astra, half of his face hidden behind her cloths.

"Kartein is with Ares and Kayden..." Astra murmured.

Astra paused, her eyes fixed on Muras. "And Harold was the one who attacked you," she added with coldness in his voice.

Muras looked down at the ground, not daring to meet Astra's eyes. He nodded and spoke with a trembling voice. "Yes, sir... Ares faced Priya, Kartein eliminated Mauricio and Alex, and I faced Harold."

Astra laughed, echoing through the room.

"So Kartein eliminated two high-ranking officials from the World Association... they won't be happy about that" Astra commented. Then, a dark purple aura was released from his body, cracking the vicinity.

"How is it possible that they ended so badly, having the advantage?" Astra commented with a trace of anger in her voice.

Sweat trickled down Muras's forehead before he could speak.

The aura disappeared and Astra ordered. "Go away... If you find any trace of Harold, send someone to eliminate him."

Muras nodded and stood up nervously and added. "Sir... Gah-in and I used our strongest techniques at the same time, and we couldn't kill Harold. He is much stronger than we thought. It's the same as with Edward, his strength was greater than what we thought." was believed."

Astra frowned briefly and then said. "If necessary, mobilize and use my name to take care of Harold..."

Muras were surprised, nodded and bowed before leaving.

Astra adopted a meditative position and thought. 'I need to find another solution.' Immediately, he was once again enveloped in a dark purple aura.

….

[Illuminati]

Harold was standing, dressed in formal black pants and shoes, while the upper part of his body was exposed, revealing his bandages. He watched through the gigantic glass window, taking in the entire base in its entirety.

"You were quite impulsive" uttered a female voice behind him.

Harold turned and looked at Lisa, who was sitting in a leather chair at the head of a large conference table, one foot crossed over the other.

On the right side of her was Tina, while on the left side was Rebecca.

"It was the best opportunity to try" Harold replied coldly.

"I was surprised that they set a trap for him. It was rumored that Astra was not very happy about someone becoming famous with poison powers" Tina commented as she adjusted her glasses.

Lisa nodded and said. "Yes, he was unexpected and caught us off guard. The good thing is that Edward is recovering. It would be atrocious for Teresa if her brother died. The boys are worried about what happened."

Everyone nodded and Harold added. "We have to do something. Astra won't leave it like that, now that I've attacked him. We must set a trap for him."

"It's time to reveal ourselves to the world," Lisa commented.

Harold nodded and Rebecca asked. "Should we let them know?"

"I will warn them, but they will not interfere with the things we do, and it is better for them to go their own way, since it will only bring us unnecessary problems," Tina commented wisely.

Lisa nodded and added, "It's best for you to know, but don't get involved. They are their own organization…"

Rebecca nodded in agreement.

….

[South Korea]

[Shinhwa]

Jiyoung was at her desk with two holograms in front of her, showing Han Seongik and Suman Kang.

"I guess you already heard about the events that happened at the world academy" Han Seongik said seriously.

Jiyoung nodded with his cold face, and Suman Kang also nodded, surprise and concern showing in his expression.

"I never thought that a situation like this could happen" Suman murmured.

Han Seongik added in surprise. "No one expected it"

"The boys are already returning to Korea" Jiyoung commented.

Han Seongik and Suman remain silent upon hearing the news.

"They came back sooner than we expected" commented Han Seongik.

"The academy will close its doors and send all young people to their respective organizations" Jiyoung added.

Suman and Han Seongik are even more surprised by the information provided by Jiyoung and the decision made by the World Association.

"Well, now is not the time to worry about that, but we should be prepared. The good thing is that our young people are already back, healthy and safe" said Han Seongik, after a few seconds of silence.

Suman sighs in relief, while Jiyoung remains silent.

At the same time, in the three places where Jiyoung, Han Seongik and Suman are, a member of their organization enters and tells them some news.

The three of them frown, and a trace of doubt and concern appears on their faces.

After saying goodbye to the person and being alone in the room again, an awkward silence settles between them.

The three of them stared at each other in anticipation, until Han Seongik commented. "Tina Spencer is here."

"Why would she be here?" Suman said with concern.

No one answered, only an awkward silence reigned.

"She is not the one who is rumored to belong to an unknown assassination organization, has she come to kill someone?" Suman added.

"I don't know, we have to investigate," Han Seongik said seriously.

"I don't think so, we should ask ourselves something else" Jiyoung said, catching both of their attention.

They were silent, waiting for him to continue.

"She has a strange and mysterious personality, she likes to go unnoticed and be hidden. The weird thing is that she could easily control the security with her powers, but she didn't" Jiyoung added, causing them to frown.

"She wants us to know that she is here" Suman said.

"Exactly, we should know why" Jiyoung said.

"She's not just any awakened, she's an awakened with a power of a high rank in the top 50. It is rumored that she has killed a couple of members of the top 50; Her power is at least comparable to the top 50 in the world, and most likely she is much stronger than that" Han Seongik said seriously.

"I'll go see her" Jiyoung commented.

Han Seongik and Suman frown upon hearing her words.

"She is in my territory" Jiyoung said.

Suman gets shocked and says. "President Jiyoung, if she needs help, don't hesitate to ask, I'll come right away."

Han Seongik nods and says. "You have to notify the other organizations."

Before he can continue talking, where Jiyoung can hear the door to his office open again and another person enters, but this time very agitated and says. "The top 50 of the Vatore world ranking is found in the territory of Shinhwa."

Her words could be heard by both Suman and Han Seongik, who were surprised and at the same time frowned, and concern accumulated in them.

….

[In another part of Shinhwa territory]

Tina stood with her hands in her pockets, watching the city from the top of a building. Suddenly, a figure descends from the sky at high speed and falls gracefully behind her.

"Tina Spencer, I never thought Cyborg herself would be in this country" Vatore commented with a smile.

Tina turns and stares at Vatore, saying. "I have something to solve in this country."

Vatore smiles and says. "I also have to attend to some issues in this country."

Tina just lets out a small smile and answers. "I hope we don't cause problems for each other."

"That's what I think. I don't have time to waste on you, and it won't benefit us to fight among ourselves. The best thing is to ally ourselves" commented Vatore with a smile, extending his hand in a friendly manner.

Tina frowned and then thought as she looked at Vatore's body. 'His strength has increased by leaps and bounds after the humiliation against Ares.'

"We're on a truce" Tina commented before taking a step and shaking hands with Vatore, who smiled.

"This country is interesting. It was learned that he hid his powers from the world and that he has several quite strong awakened ones" said Vatore.

Tina just smiles and says. "You didn't hide your whereabouts, so they will most likely be here very soon."

"You did the same thing," Vatore said.

"I did it so they wouldn't come and bother you, but you did it so they would come and give you the information you're looking for," Tina responded.

Vatore put on his serious face and said. "As meticulous and planning as they say."

"I want to see the fun, so I hope it's entertaining" Tina commented before sitting on the edge of the building.

Vatore, with his serious and frozen face, also advances and positions himself at the other end of the building. Likewise, he sits on the edge, waiting for his guests.

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