Chapter 22 Breaking Through To The Advanced Level
"Now you have accepted the scholarship we're offering you," the chancellor said. "But I want to emphasize that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, Orion. The Apex Academy is extremely selective in its admissions, and only the most talented and deserving students are accepted. But with this scholarship, you would have the chance to receive the best education and training in the world and to make a real impact in the field of beast taming."
Orion nodded, feeling a sense of awe and gratitude. "I'm honored, sir," he said.
The chancellor leaned forward, his eyes intense. "But let me be clear, Orion. This will not be easy. The curriculum at the Apex Academy is rigorous, and the standards are high. You will be pushed to your limits, and you will have to work harder than you ever have before. But if you have the drive and the determination to succeed, then the rewards will be immense."
Orion met the chancellor's gaze, feeling a sense of determination welling up inside him. He knew that this would be a challenge, but he was ready for it. "I understand, sir," he said firmly.
The chancellor nodded approvingly. "Good. Then let me be the first to officially welcome you to the Apex Academy, Orion. We're thrilled to have you on board."
Orion felt a sense of excitement and anticipation wash over him. This was it. He had made the decision to join the most prestigious academy in the world of beast-taming, and he was ready to give it his all. "Thank you, sir," he said, trying to keep his voice steady.
The chancellor smiled warmly at him. "You'll be starting next semester, which is in two months. I suggest you take the time to prepare yourself physically and mentally. And if you have any questions or concerns, don't hesitate to contact me or any of the staff at the academy. We're here to support you in any way we can."
Orion nodded, feeling a sense of reassurance. He knew that he would need all the help he could get. "Thank you, sir," he said again.
The chancellor stood up, signalling the end of the meeting. "I have one more thing for you, Orion," he said. "This is a gift from the academy. It's a Beast Tamer's Phone, filled with valuable information on beast taming and training techniques. I suggest you study it well."
He handed Orion a Phone that looked like a modern touchscreen phone, which felt somewhat normal in his hands. Orion flipped through the information in it, his eyes widening at the wealth of knowledge contained within. "Thank you, sir," he said, feeling overwhelmed by the generosity of the academy.
The chancellor nodded. "Consider it an investment in your education and training. We expect great things from you, Orion. Now, I'm sure Ryland is waiting for you. He'll show you around the academy and answer any questions you might have."
Orion stood up, holding the Beast Tamer's Phone tightly in his hand. "Thank you, sir," he said once more, before turning to Ryland. "Lead the way."
Ryland grinned, a glint of excitement in his eyes. "I can't wait to show you around. The Apex Academy is like nothing you've ever seen before."
As they walked out of the hotel and towards a nearby hovercar, Orion couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and wonder. He was about to see the most advanced and innovative academy in the world of beast-taming, and he couldn't wait to dive in.
As they approached the hovercar, Ryland opened the door and gestured for Orion to get in. "Welcome to the Apex Academy," he said, before climbing in himself and starting the engine.
As they took off into the sky, Orion couldn't help but stare out the window in amazement. The academy was enormous, with multiple buildings and structures that seemed to stretch on for miles. He saw beasts of all shapes and sizes roaming around the grounds, and he felt a thrill of excitement at the thought of training them.
"Are you ready, Orion?" Ryland asked, glancing over at him.
Orion nodded eagerly. "I'm ready."
"Good," Ryland said with a smile. "Let me show you where you'll be living."
He directed the hovercar towards one of the residential buildings on the outskirts of the academy. As they landed, Orion took in the sight of the sleek and modern structure before him. Ryland led him inside and up to the room that had been assigned to him.
"This will be your home for the duration of your time at the academy," Ryland said. "You'll have everything you need here, including a fully equipped kitchen, a private bathroom, and a training area. Living alone allows our students to focus completely on their studies and training, without any distractions."
Orion took it all in, feeling a sense of excitement and trepidation at the same time. It was a huge responsibility to be entrusted with so much freedom and independence, but he was determined to make the most of it.
"Thank you, Ryland," he said, turning to face the man. "I appreciate everything you've done for me."
Ryland gave him a reassuring smile. "You'll do great, Orion. Just remember to stay focused and work hard, and you'll achieve great things here."
With that, Ryland left him to settle in. Orion spent the next few hours unpacking his things and exploring his new surroundings. He felt a sense of pride and accomplishment at being selected to attend the Apex Academy, but he also knew that there was a lot of hard work ahead of him. He was ready for the challenge.
Orion entered the house that would become his place during the time he was in the Academy. He looked at the house and the space inside it.
The house was spacious, with a living area, a bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private bathroom. Orion walked around the living area, noticing the comfortable couch and armchair, and a large window that offered a stunning view of the surrounding landscape.
The bedroom had a large bed, a wardrobe, and a desk, where he could do his studies and paperwork. The kitchen was equipped with all the necessary appliances, such as a stove, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Orion couldn't wait to cook his own meals and experiment with new recipes.
He walked into the private bathroom and found it spotlessly clean, with a shower, a sink, and a toilet. Everything was in perfect condition, and Orion felt grateful for the attention to detail the academy staff had put into preparing his accommodation.
As he finished unpacking his belongings, he couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation for the journey that lay ahead. He knew it would be a lot of hard work, but he was ready to take on the challenge and become the best beast-tamer he could be.
The first thing he needed to do was to break through into the Advanced Beast Tamer. Stella, his beasts, had become a Spirit Beast, and usually only Advanced Beast Tamers could tame them. Orion needed to break through to Advanced Beast Tamer in two months, where the semester would start.
He began to absorb the energy that he got from Stella and Nova. Orion was thinking that Nova was breaking through to the Spirit Beast Realm, so his energy must be big and also Stella had become a Spirit Beast, so energy from both of them should be enough to let him broke through to the Advanced Beast Tamer realm.
Orion closed his eyes and focused his mind, allowing the energy to flow through him. He felt a surge of power building inside him as he absorbed the energy from his two Spirit Beasts. As the energy intensified, he felt his body begin to change. His senses became sharper, and he felt a newfound connection with the world around him.
Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. Orion continued to absorb energy from his Spirit Beasts and worked tirelessly on mastering his craft. He spent hours studying information on beast taming and practised his techniques every day. He experimented with different ways of communicating with his Spirit Beasts, learning to read their body language and understand their emotions.
As the two-month deadline approached, Orion felt a newfound confidence in his abilities. He could sense that he was on the cusp of breaking through to the Advanced Beast Tamer realm. On the night before the semester began, he sat in meditation, focusing all his energy on the final push.
Finally, he felt it. A burst of energy erupted from within him, and he knew that he had achieved his goal. He opened his eyes to see Stella and Nova looking at him with pride and admiration. He had become an Advanced Beast Tamer.
Orion smiled with satisfaction and relief. He had worked hard to achieve this goal, and it had paid off. With his new status, he knew that he would be able to train and tame even more powerful beasts.
He also began to look at the change in his body and also with his beasts after he broke through to the Advanced Beast Tamer realm.