(bit of a timeskip) (around 4-5 hours)
Urgent matters had summoned Mai and Akira to Aiden's opulent residence. Their footsteps echoed through the corridor leading to his room, and a single knock announced their arrival. Aiden's voice beckoned them inside.
The room was bathed in soft light. Aiden stood amidst a constellation of holographic screens, each illuminated with arcane symbols and intricate diagrams.
"Mai, Akira," Aiden began, his voice a blend of determination and excitement. "I've been immersed in research—surrounding the crystal you discovered."
Curiosity filled their eyes as they exchanged glances. Aiden's demeanor held a sense of urgency, a feeling that this revelation was of paramount importance.
With a sweep of his hand, Aiden conjured holographic images that danced in the air. Complex formations and interconnected lines wove a tapestry of knowledge that had been carefully assembled.
"I've identified the crystal," Aiden unveiled, his voice carrying the weight of revelation. "It's known as a Nexus Point, a Special Grade Tool of profound significance."
Aiden pressed on, his voice measured yet imbued with the thrill of discovery. "Nexus Points are scattered throughout the continent. Maybe even the world, concealed in unknown locations. Each of these points embodies something—a concept, an aspect of power, a link to our world."
The holographic displays transformed, revealing a low quality image of a red crescent shaped crustal, resonating with an aura that seemed to pulse, like a heart... "These Points possess distinct powers," Aiden continued. "They're not just objects; they are conduits of extraordinary potential."
Mai's gaze remained locked on the displays. Akira's mind was racing, attempting to fathom the implications of Aiden's revelation.
A profound silence enveloped the room as Aiden's words lingered. The nexus, the gateway to power that made the impossible possible.
"And here's the remarkable part," Aiden continued, a spark of excitement in his eyes. "Others like us might have discovered and tapped into Nexus Points. Individuals who possess the abilities tied to these Points.