Chapter 20: The Interim of Delusion

In the quiet between storms, Cheol Su settled into his life at the Evolver Academy. He trained vigorously with his friends, Hana and Tae Won, and enjoyed the companionship of his sister, Ji Yeon. With each passing day, his skill grew stronger and his confidence in his abilities increased.

Despite this progress, a lingering sense of unease hung over the academy.Although the various Guilds prepared for the Demonic Cult's next move, their enemy remained shrouded in mystery. Cheol Su's own encounter with the Cult's dark magic and his rival had left him with more questions than answers.

As the weeks passed, the idea of a coming storm seemed more like a distant threat, and life at the academy returned to its usual rhythm. The approaching day of assessment, which would determine the students' Evolver classes, became a focal point in the students' minds. A sense of excitement and anticipation filled the air as they awaited the revelation of their magic abilities.The sense of normality at the Evolver Academy provided a reassuring contrast to the looming threat of the Demonic Cult. As students trained and honed their skills, the day of assessment grew ever closer, its importance taking on new significance in light of the Cult's potential threat.

For Cheol Su, the thought of the assessment was both a welcome distraction from the mystery of his survival and a source of excitement as he wondered what magical power might lie dormant within him. But in the back of his mind, the knowledge that the Cult was still out there, unseen and insidious, lingered like a shadow.While Cheol Su immersed himself in his training, his younger sister, Ji Yeon, was also adapting to her new school and making progress in her studies.

The siblings found solace in each other's company, their bond strengthened by their shared experiences. Despite the divide between her school and her brother's, their lives continued to intertwine, their affection and support for one another becoming a constant source of strength in uncertain times.

In the serenity of the non-Evolver academy, Ji Yeon discovered a passion for science, physics and biology likewise . Cheol Su was endlessly proud of his sister's achievements, and they would often discuss her progress over meals in the quiet of their shared home.

In the Blue Dragon Guild, Ji Won's role had undergone a transformation. Her vital information about the Demonic Cult, coupled with her bravery and skill in battle, had earned her a promotion. She was now an elite member of the Guild, assigned to a position of great responsibility and influence. Her name had become known throughout the Evolver world, a shining example of the power and dedication required to combat the cult's threats.

As a result, she was now afforded a level of security that few could boast, surrounded by some of the most skilled and powerful Evolvers in the country.Ji Won's rise to prominence had come with its own set of challenges, however. Her new responsibilities demanded long hours and unwavering focus, her days consumed by meetings and strategizing with the Guild's leadership. Despite the intense demands of her position, Ji Won remained steadfast, her sense of duty and determination fueling her efforts.

Despite the distance that had grown between her and Cheol Su, their bond remained unbroken, her love for her brother a steadfast beacon in the turbulent sea of her new life. For Cheol Su, the system he had saw remained a mystery but he didn't see it ever since that day, sometimes he doubts if that ever happened, the memory of the disastrous mission still weighed heavy on his mind, the bitter taste of failure lingering like a phantom. Each swing of his sword, every thrust of his fists, was a silent vow to himself and his fallen comrades.

In his pursuit of a magic class, Cheol Su pushed himself harder than ever before, his determination fueled by a driving need to become the Evolver his teammates had deserved.

Under Master Yun's tutelage, he exceeded even the master's highest expectations, his progress a testament to the strength of his will.Soon, the word of Cheol Su's progress spread throughout the academy like a wildfire, whispers of his potential reaching even the higher echelons of the Guilds. His name, once just another student among many, had become synonymous with a fierce determination that belied his youth.