Arashi's voice echoed through the forest, sharp with disbelief. "Who are you?" The cat, startled by the sudden tension, leaped onto Arashi's shoulders, seeking reassurance.
The middle-aged man, his expression soft and reassuring, met Arashi's gaze with calmness. "No need to fear, young one. I mean you no harm. Don't misunderstand me with a kidnapper."
Arashi's grip tightened on the stick he'd grabbed, his instincts on high alert. The forest was a labyrinth of shadows and whispers, each rustle of leaves amplifying his anxiety. "You say that, but you're doing the thing a kidnapper does so it makes you a kidnapper. So, spill it."
Despite Arashi's defensive stance, the man remained composed. "Go ahead, throw it at me."
Anger surged within Arashi as he hurled the stick towards the man's leg, aiming to disable rather than harm. But to his shock, the stick disintegrated into dust mid-air. Arashi's jaw dropped, speechless at the strange turn of events. He glanced around, half-expecting to see hidden allies or devices, but the forest remained eerily quiet.
Stepping closer, the man introduced himself as Doctor Winston, the leader of the enigmatic Star Holder Organization (SHO). "You're invited to SHO, that's why I bring you here."
Arashi's mind raced with questions as he retreated to the safety of a nearby tree, the weight of the invitation sinking in. He had heard whispers of the SHO, a clandestine group rumored to wield incredible powers and secret knowledge. His heart pounded with a mix of fear and curiosity.
With Rose nestled at his side, her purrs a soothing balm to his frayed nerves, Arashi pondered his next move, grappling with the unexpected opportunity presented to him. The cat's emerald eyes seemed to reflect his inner turmoil, urging him to decide.
After a moment of contemplation, he squared his shoulders and faced Winston with determination. "Alright, I'll accept your invitation."
Winston's smile widened, his eyes twinkling with approval. "Excellent choice, young Arashi. Welcome to the Star Holder Organization."
Arashi felt a spark of hope ignite within him. The path ahead was uncertain, but for the first time in his life, he felt a sense of purpose. With Rose by his side and the enigmatic Doctor Winston as his guide, he stepped forward, ready to embrace the unknown adventures that awaited him with the Star Holder Organization. Let's see