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(Nova, his smile serene, explained that he had been monitoring the solo mission from the beginning, seizing this opportunity to assess Karma's strength. His words carried a subtle undercurrent of admiration for the raw power and instinctual prowess displayed by the boy who had defied his expectations.)

Karma: (I'm certain I killed her. Her head was in my hands. How is she perfectly fine, standing behind me?.)

(Nova's arrival caught Karma off guard, breaking his concentration. Tera's relief washed over her as she realized that she still had a chance at survival.)

Karma: (My instincts are screaming, "Get away from that man immediately!").

Nova: Come at me. I want to assess your strength, if you don't mind.

(Karma turns his gaze back, catching a glimpse that makes him jumps backwards away from Nova.)

Nova: Impressive. You possess extraordinary awareness if you can perceive that.

Tera: Nova-sensei, why are you here? And when did you arrive?

Nova: Oh, I had some free time, so I decided to check on your solo mission. I've been here since the beginning of the fight.

Tera: (Seriously?.) Why didn't you help? (Could he be the reason I'm still alive? I was certain I died... What did he do?.)

Nova: It's an opportunity for you to...

(Karma instantly and quietly appears behind Nova, launching a punch at him.)

Tera: Sensei, watch out!

(As the punch approaches Nova's face, a massive explosion ensues. However, Nova appears unharmed behind Karma, continuing their conversation as if nothing occurred.)

Nova: ...gain more experience.

Karma: (He's fast. No, it's more than that. I couldn't even sense his movements. There wasn't any movements in the air currents either).

Nova: You can continue attacking. It won't disrupt our conversation. (His body bears numerous injuries and scars. This bloodlust is far from ordinary, even affecting Tera from this distance. What kind of experiments have been conducted on this child to grant him the strength to slay a Demon King?.)

(Karma unleashes a barrage of rapid attacks, but Nova effortlessly evades each one.)

Karma: (He's strong. No, he transcends strength).

Nova: (Look at this kid. He lacks any formal martial arts training, yet his combat prowess is already at this level. He'd lay waste to those so called Heavenly Prides. Each strike delivered with precision to kill and undying bloodlust. He observes my every move, learning and adapting. Is he truly a child?.) What's your name?

Karma: Karma. (Why did I say that?.)

(Karma continues his flurry of attacks, but Nova effortlessly evades each strike, leaving Karma vulnerable.)

Karma: Huh? No hostility? Aren't you here to kill me?

Nova: Nah, if I wanted you dead, it would have been done already. (He left an opening for me to kill him to test if I was really trying to).

Karma: As I suspected, you're not like the others.

(Karma lunges forward, launching another attack.)

Karma: If I were to describe the disparity in our strength, the only word that comes to mind is 'INFINITY.'

(Karma's punch is halted by an invisible barrier.)

Nova: Yet you persist in attacking me.

Karma: I won't lose to anyone. I can't. (I've never encountered anyone like him before. His power is unfathomable to me.)

Nova: I see. Perhaps it's time I used my arms. Come.

(Karma attacks relentlessly but Nova casually and effortlessly beats him up while evading all attacks.)

Nova: Oh, this is a perfect opportunity. Tera, it's time for a lesson. First, when your opponent approaches from behind, you can redirect their movement, neutralizing their power and creating an opening for escape.

(Nova slams Karma to the ground. Karma, fueled by his bloodlust, growls.)

Karma: "Kill."

(Unfazed by Karma's aggression, Nova maintains his composed demeanor.)

Nova: (His bloodlust is back.) "Come, I have much more to teach her."

(With unyielding determination, Karma launches a relentless frontal assault, his punches propelled by raw power and an overwhelming desire for destruction.)

Nova: When your opponent's attack surpasses your own power, don't face it head-on. Instead, find a gap in their movements and exploit it.

(Nova expertly evades Karma's onslaught, maneuvering with grace and precision. Each dodge is executed flawlessly, leaving Karma vulnerable to Nova's swift counterattacks. Once again, Nova seizes the opportunity, overpowering Karma and driving him forcefully into the ground.)

Karma: (The power difference is overwhelming. From the moment he appeared, my instincts told me I can't escape or defeat him. But that doesn't mean I'll accept defeat.)

Nova: (His power increases with each move. While teaching Tera, he's learning from his mistakes and refining his fighting skills. This kid is truly intriguing.)

Karma: Kill, kill, kill, kill.

(Karma's bloodlust intensifies, and he begins to lose his sanity.)

Nova: That won't do. Calm down a bit.

(Nova strikes Karma's forehead with two fingers, sending him crashing to the ground. Karma struggles to try and get up but to no avail.)

Karma: Let go.

(Nova lifts his fingers and despite the pain, Karma manages to rise to his feet. The chains from before suddenly reappear. Karma struggles as the chains bind him, like a beast being restrained. Nova attempts to touch the chains but quickly withdraws his hand upon contact. Exhausted, Karma collapses to the ground.)

Nova: Looks like you're at your limit. (These chains, what are their purpose for them to be able to suppress even me?)

Karma: It doesn't matter to you.

(Karma gathers his strength and manages to get on his feet again.)

Nova: Well, we can continue once you've rested. (Were the chains restricting his movements? But regardless, what's with this kid? He emits no trace of energy, just as the reports claimed. I thought it was an exaggeration, but I can't sense anything no matter how I search. It's as if he's not truly alive or even existing.)

Tera: (Nova-sensei is truly amazing, but this boy is dangerous.)

Karma: You want to give me another chance? After I've killed so many of your people already?

(Nova nonchalantly responds.)

Nova: As long as you stay by my side, you pose no threat to me. You're far too weak.

(Karma thinks quietly to himself frustrated by Nova's comment.)

Karma : ... (I'll go along with him for now, but I'll kill him sooner or later).

Nova: Perfect. (An Omni Slayer, huh? If he truly is one, this will be quite interesting.)

Karma {Annoyed}: (Why is he smiling like that?.)

Nova: That scar on your chest...

Karma: It's a long story. Forget about it.

Nova: And what about the marks on your arms?

Karma: I've had them for as long as I can remember. They shine through anything I wear. But why am I even telling you this?

Nova: Haha. (Could it be?). Well, it's time to get going.

Karma: Go where?

Nova: To Etherion.

(Blood continues to flow from Karma's wounds.)

Nova: (I'm surprised he hasn't lost consciousness with those injuries.) Don't you think it's time to rest? That battle took a toll on you.

Karma:  Yeah, good point. Goodnight.

Tera: Just like that.

[On this day, 30th January, 2020. Nova Nishike and Karma met for the first time.]