Chapter 16

Amai Mask shot kai a final, furious glare before turning on his heel and storming away down the corridor, his cape billowing dramatically behind him.

Albedo, her eyes narrowing, observed Amai Mask's departure with a mixture of distaste and curiosity.

"Woah, what an attitude," she remarked, her voice carrying an air of authority and power.

She casually cracked her knuckles as if she were preparing for a confrontation. "Why is he so hostile toward my master?"

Beside her, Scáthach's expression was one of detached amusement.

Her eyes gleamed with a knowing glint as she regarded Amai Mask's retreating figure. "Don't worry about that fool," she said coolly,

her voice holding a note of superiority. "Mere mortals like him would've been dispatched without a second thought if my master had commanded it."

The audacious statement hung in the air, a testament to the incredible power and authority that Albedo and Scáthach held. Their loyalty to Kai was unwavering, their fierce protectiveness evident in both their words and their stance.

Kai, standing amidst these two formidable women, chuckled softly, attempting to diffuse the tension. "Well, let's not dwell on him. There are more important matters at hand." He gave a reassuring smile to Albedo and Scáthach, his presence a calming influence despite the intense situation. It was clear that his command over them extended beyond their powers; it was a bond forged through trust and mutual respect.

Albedo's lips curved into a small smile, her gaze softening as she looked at kai.Scáthach's demeanor also shifted, her earlier intensity giving way to a more relaxed posture. Both women seemed to be at ease in kai's presence presence, a testament to the unique connection they shared.

"And as for you two," Kai said with a playful glint in his eyes, "let's not terrify the other heroes too much. We're here to make allies, after all."

Albedo's smirk deepened in response to Kai's words, and she pointed playfully at the paper he held in his hand. "What's that in your hand?" she inquired with a mischievous glint in her eyes. "I heard this is an examination center for heroes. Could this be...?"

With a confident grin, Kai held up the paper, revealing his newly acquired S-Class hero certificate. "Ohhh!" Scáthach exclaimed, clapping her hands together with a wide smile. "This calls for a celebration."

Albedo's excitement was palpable as she seized her axe with her telekinetic abilities. She turned her grin toward Sekingar, her gaze determined. "Let's double it up," she declared, her tone half-serious, half-teasing. "Take my exam. Give me that S-Class!"

Sekingar, who had just turned the corner and was met with the sight of Albedo's confident grin, blinked in surprise. He addressed Kai with a raised eyebrow. "Kai-kun, are they related to you?"

Kai chuckled at Sekingar's reaction, seemingly enjoying the bemusement he had caused. He patted Sekingar's shoulder in a reassuring manner. "Don't worry. They are mine," he stated matter-of-factly, a hint of pride in his voice.

"Both...?" Sekingar's surprise was evident in his tone, his eyebrows shooting up.

Kai shrugged, his smile unapologetic. "Is that a problem?"

Sekingar seemed to quickly recover from his initial shock, shaking his head. "Of course not. There is no legal law to stop a man from forming a harem," he replied, a wry smile tugging at the corner of his lips.

ndeed, the S-Class heroes operated beyond the constraints of common laws. Each of them carried the might of an emergency army unit, and the government had little to no control over them. The upper echelons of the Hero Association treasured the S-Class heroes, even though they were anything but obedient. Over the years, various attempts had been made to bring these exceptional individuals under control, but all such efforts had met with failure.

As they continued walking, Kai's gaze turned thoughtful. "Well, relationships are complicated, whether you're a hero or not," he mused. "But enough about that.

Sekingar nodded, his expression understanding. "Good luck with your preparations for the S-Class. And congratulations on your ranking," he added with a respectful nod.

"Thanks. I'll make sure to keep the Hero Association on its toes," Kai replied, a playful glint in his eyes.

"The S-Class is filled with unique... people," Kai remarked with a chuckle, the irony not lost on him.

As they strolled away from the Heroes Association building, he couldn't help but reflect on the diverse group that composed the S-Class. From Child Emperor, a ten-year-old genius, to the elderly scientist who relied on high-tech machinery, each member possessed their own quirks and strengths.

There was Tatsumaki, the Esper who seemed to care little for her surroundings, and Bang, the martial artist with a gym obsession. Then there was King, the one known for his obsession with video games and snacks. And who could forget Metal Knight, the genius inventor with a penchant for deploying his army of robots?

Among these eccentric individuals was also Blast, the enigmatic hero who seemed to transcend even death itself.

The sheer variety and uniqueness of personalities within the S-Class left no doubt that climbing the ladder to reach such heights required more than just raw power. It demanded a certain level of... quirkiness, to say the least.

"It's like any ordinary person couldn't climb the ladder to the S-Class," Kai continued, his amusement evident. "They had to be a nutjob to have the power of an S-Class."

Albedo and Scáthach both nodded in agreement, a mix of amusement and respect in their expressions.

"True power often comes from the unconventional," Albedo mused. "And the S-Class heroes are a testament to that."