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Chapter 3 - "The First Step Into Fate"

Phantom Ashes – Episode 3

Scene 1: "The First Step Inside"

Setting: Inside the Phantom Guild Association building, ground floor lobby.

Ren enters the building — a wide, modern lobby with shining floors and grand design.

Narration:

Ren saw the inside of the Phantom Guild Association for the first time.

An elegant-looking gentleman in a black suit stands near a desk.

Ren:

"Excuse me sir! I've come for training."

The gentleman smiles politely and looks at Ren.

Gentleman:

"You need to go to the 6th floor. You'll get all the instructions there."

Ren enters the elevator with an excited expression and presses the button.

SFX: Ding!

The elevator opens, and Ren steps out onto the 6th floor — a stylish reception desk is visible.

Narration:

Ren's first step to the doors of training.

Ren asks the receptionist — in the background, the Phantom Guild logo is visible.

Ren:

"Hi! I've come for training, what should I do?"

The receptionist smiles and points to a door.

Receptionist:

"You just have to enter that room ahead. Good luck!"

Ren walks toward the door with a determined face.

Ren (thinking):

"This is the beginning… let's do this!"

Scene 2: Meeting the Fated Friend

Setting: Training prep room inside Phantom Guild — clean, bright, with digital screens and signs.

Ren enters the room. A boy is sitting there in a relaxed pose.

Narration:

There were 66 trainees in Phantom Guild today… including Ren and Zeno.

Ren steps forward with a cautious but friendly expression.

Ren:

"Hey! I'm Ren… looks like we're both here for training?"

The boy smiles and extends his hand.

Zeno:

"Nice to meet you. I'm Zeno."

They shake hands — the background softens slightly.

Narration:

This was the first meeting of two friends… whose destinies were tied together.

Ren sits casually next to Zeno. They chat light-heartedly.

Ren:

"So… where are you from?"

Zeno (smiling, avoiding details):

"Just… a small place. And you?"

Ren:

"Me too… from a small town. My grandfather and father were fighters here."

Zeno's eyes show a slight shadow, but he keeps smiling.

Narration (Zeno's thoughts):

"I'm from an assassin family… but not yet… not time to tell him yet."

The door opens, and a large hall is seen ahead where trainees are gathering.

Narration:

66 trainees… ready to clash with their destiny.

Suddenly, a digital screen turns on with an announcement.

Screen:

"Welcome Trainees. Your evaluation begins shortly."

Ren and Zeno look at the screen with determination.

Ren (excited):

"Let's do this!"

Zeno (calm):

"Yes."

Scene 3: The Announcement

Setting: Large training hall, all 66 trainees gathered and standing in rows.

Mr. Rael stands on stage with a microphone in hand.

Mr. Rael:

"Welcome, trainees. You will all take an entrance test."

Close-up of Mr. Rael, serious tone.

Mr. Rael:

"If you pass it, there will be three more tests afterward."

All trainees look tense and alert.

Mr. Rael:

"Then your official training will begin."

Ren and Zeno look at each other, excited and determined.

Ren:

"This is going to be fun!"

Zeno:

"Yeah, finally a challenge."

Mr. Rael gives a signal. Trainees stand in ready positions.

Narration:

The real battle at Phantom Guild was about to begin.

Scene 4: The Challenge

Setting: Training hall, trainees warming up and preparing.

A tall trainee, around 26 years old, walks up to Ren and Zeno with a teasing smirk.

Trainee (teasing):

"Hey, you kids! You don't belong here. You should go home and play, not train."

Ren looks at him angrily.

Zeno looks at the trainee calmly, with a challenging expression.

Zeno:

"Let's see who leaves first — us or you. I challenge you!"

The trainee is slightly surprised, then smiles confidently.

Trainee:

"That's what I wanted to hear. Get ready!"

Ren and Zeno get into ready stances, both determined.

Narration:

The real competition was about to begin.

Scene 5: Strategy & Insight

Setting: Training hall, Ren and Zeno stepping aside after the challenge is issued.

Ren looks at Zeno with curiosity and slight concern.

Ren:

"Why did you challenge that trainee? Did you already know what he was planning?"

Zeno smirks slightly, confident.

Zeno:

"Just wanted to see what his attitude was like. And to know how ready we are."

Ren nods, understanding Zeno's thinking.

Ren:

"Oh great, let's see what happens."

scene fades

"to be continued"

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