High above the clouds, a height, airplanes from the past wouldn't dare go, a gold and silver aircraft which resembled a spaceship zoomed across the sky at an incredible speed as the aircraft's engine hummed with silent and it's Golden hue pulsing with energy as it seemed to covered in some sought of force field.
Seated by the aircraft's window was Zack as he stared at view from the window as all he could see was the clouds and nothing else.
"Man, there is nothing to see, just clouds" Zack said with a bored expression as Alex was seated close to him.
"Well what do you expect, we are crossing the airspace of the forgotten lands its best to stay high to avoid attacks from aerial beasts" Alex said to him as he adjusted himself to sit comfortably in the passenger chair which was plush and white in color as this made one feel comfy and having a relaxing journey.
Taking a look at the interior of the aircraft, the cabin of the aircraft had a white hue as the wall of the cabin was sleek and had fine curves and the cabin was illuminated with white lighting giving everyone the feel as if they were in a Spaceship.
The cabin was wide and large which could accommodate a large number of people but right now the cabin had a handful of students as many seats were empty.
"I thought I could see the forgotten lands from above and see what it looks like" Zack says with a sigh as pushed his body back on the seat he was seated.
"Curiosity, right?" Alex asked
"Yeah" Zack nodded.
"I can relate with you, for years we have been behind those walls which we couldn't even see, no matter the highest building or place you climb you couldn't even see the walls" Alex said with his eyes closed.
"it's said that the people who built the walls wanted us not to have the feeling of animals been caged in, after humanity had successfully pushed those creatures which descended from the gates back they decided to build a wall around an entire region and in the years that have passed they have extended the walls and claimed back some lands that's why we could never see the walls even from our city" Zack said to Alex who listened with interest.
"You're right, that's why in the country we have five regions" Alex said as he took a glance from the aircraft's window and just seeing nothing but clouds.
"And we are headed to the central region were the capital is located" Zack yawned as he spoke.
"Evo glade, a city of wonders and mystery, a place when you will get to know how large the world is and meet people from all works of life, a place rich in history and diverse in culture, a place of innovation and a dream place for so many people" Alex said with enthusiasm as his eyes held expectation.
"Man looks like you really looking forward to this place" said Zack as he looked at Alex with interest.
"Why not, I mean don't you get it, it's so many peoples dream to visit the capital and here I am on the way to the capital to study at Bright Gold Academy, like can't you see the big picture" Alex said to him as he was bubbling with excitement.
"Well I can't say much" said Zack with a less excited expression on his face.
"The way you sound it seems like you have been to the capital Before" Alex said as he stared at Zack with a squint in his eyes.
"Oi, what's with the look" Zack made a weird facial expression as Alex stared at him.
"it seems as if you have been there before" Alex had a sus look on his face as he stared at Zack.
"Bro quit the look on your face, geez it looks creepy" Zack said with a squint on his face.
"You haven't answered my question" Alex's kept his sus stare at Zack.
"You want an answer, right?"
"Yes" Alex nodded
"I have not been to the to the capital period" Zack said with a firm look.
"I don't believe you" Alex said with a stern look.
"What!!" Zack replied with surprise
"Well I won't pry anymore; I will just go with your answer but I still don't believe you" Alex was not going to give up.
"____"
Zack was speechless
There was a moment of silence between the two and then Zack spoke breaking the silence.
"So, Alex what's your goal now you have been admitted into Bright Gold academy?" he asked.
"Well my number one goal is to…." Alex paused a bit then he spoke up
"Conquer all the beauties in the academy and be the king of a harem and take the role of the main character" Alex said with determination as his fist was raised high towards the cabin celling.
"____"
Zack couldn't believe that this was someone's goal, what an ambition he thought, and he had to ask himself this
*Lord how did I befriend this guy in the First place* he felt at a loss.
"What of yours?" Alex suddenly asked him.
"Huh, Me?" the question took Zack by surprise.
"Yeah, what's your goal?" Alex said to him.
"Well…." Zack paused as he seemed in to be in thought.
"Mine is to get stronger, learn more of the world and take on adventure and exploration of the worlds and realms beyond the gates and portals, get to the top and take back what is rightfully mine!!" Zack said with determination as his eyes held a firm gaze.
"Wow that's one hell of an ambition" Alex was in surprise over Zack's words.
"Yeah it is, but they can be achieved because I believe I can get to the top someday" Determination was firm on Zack's face as he spoke.
"But it's not going to be an easy journey" Alex said with a sigh.
"Yeah you are right" Zack replied.
"You know about what I said earlier about my Goal" Alex said to Zack as his gaze was upwards towards the cabin ceiling.
"Yeah about the conquer beauty stuff?"
"Well my real goal is to prove myself as a worthy son and give My mum and brother a good life" Said Alex with a determined gaze and Zack saw determination in his eyes and then Zack smiled and said.
"Then let's get to the top together"
"Sure, thing bro" Alex replied with a smile and as Zack looked at his smiling face, he felt a sharp pain in his head
"Argh!!" Zack groaned in pain, as the unclear image of a man with black short who he had seen in his dreams, the man had a bright smile even in the face of death as a gigantic axe radiating with corrupted energy descended upon him as the image flashed in Zack's vision.
"What's wrong Zack?" Alex asked with concern as he looked at Zack who held his head in pain. And then the pain ceased immediately as it came and Zack had a confused look on his face as to why he saw such image in his vision.
"bro what's wrong with you" Alex asked again as he tapped Zack on the shoulder as Zack seemed spaced out as his gaze was still.
"it's nothing Alex" Zack regained himself and answered Alex.
"are you sure you're alright" Alex felt skeptical as he looked at Zack with uncertainty in his eyes.
"Yeah its nothing" he shrugged off Alex's question with a smile
"well if you say so" Alex didn't ask any further
"Everyone we have entered the airspace of the central region and now we will be descending lower below the clouds so enjoy the view" the pilot's voice came through the radio.
"Bright Gold Academy here we come" Alex said with anticipation in his eyes and then he rested his back on his seat as he settled into comfort.
Meanwhile Zack on the other hand was in deep thought as he thought of what had just happened to him to see that scene as he looked at Alex's smiling face
"What the hell was that" Zack said to himself in a low tone but who could answer his questions as this was a mystery for him to solve on his own and he stared out the window, he looked as they descended below the clouds and a large expanse of forest coming into view with mountains afar with high peaks as he could see some structures in the forest with aircrafts patrolling over the forest.
And the aircraft zoomed across the sky as Bright Gold Academy Insignia engraved on the aircraft shined with a luster from the sun's rays.
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"We have arrived at Evo glade city; everyone say hello to the capital" the pilot's voice came through the radio ten minutes later and everyone in the cabin was scrambling to the aircraft's window to get a view.
Coming into view was a city of beauty and grandiosity, as towering skyscrapers towered towards the sky like mighty pillars and floating above the city were huge floating platforms housing buildings and structures of all kinds and the city's skyline was filled with aircrafts of all kinds zooming across. The city's architecture felt otherworldly as the buildings had sleek shapes and fine curves, most of the buildings gave off a glitter as the sun rays hit the windows.
There were even spaceships hovering above the city, this was a place where many dreamed of coming, a place of beauty and high-end tech, the city had a futuristic look as most buildings had plants growing on them which gave one the feel of an eco-green city.
"I never expected to be greeted by such a grand sight of the capital" Alex said with exclamation as he and Zack stared at the view of the city from above as they passed over a lake which had boats all kinds sailing on its waters.
"Everyone we are now passing over Eco Central Park" the pilot's voice sounded over the broadcast and below them was a large park covering a large expanse of land and the entire park was in the shape of a circle as one see the trees below in the park which made it look like a green circle and even hills spread throughout the park as the structures looked tiny from above.
"Man, the capital is elite!!" Alex said with intense excitement as he looked on and Zack just watched the view in silence as he took in the breathtaking view of Evo glade.
"Right now we are about passing by the pillar tower which connects the Free Federation's Tagus spaceport in space, if you wanna get a good view I advise, you do it from the left windows" the Pilot's voice sounded again and most students decided to move to the left windows to get a clear view of the spaceport pillar tower.
Zack and Alex's seat were situated at the left wing of the cabin so they had no need to move.
At the heart of the city was a huge towering structure which towered beyond the sky and clouds and its top could not be seen and everyone was in awe as they looked at this marvel of engineering as the structure stood magnificently and majestic as its presence commanded attention from all who passed by.
There were also spaceships of different sizes and shapes docking and leaving from different sections of the pillar tower and even some spaceships descending from the atmosphere and hovering by the side of the pillar tower as that guided its descent.
"You got to be kidding me, that's a freaking pillar tower!!, I can't believe I get to see one in my life" Alex was ecstatic as his eyes sparkled with unbeatable excitement and the same going for everyone as there were in awe as they took in the view of this majestic structure which was a wonder of engineering.
And the aircraft flew past the pillar tower as they continued their journey and aircraft's engine humming with energy but silent.
Little by little the aircraft descended from its height, they kept flying as the city below seem never to have an end as Evo glade was a very large city.
"Everyone, welcome to Bright Gold Academy" announced the pilot over the broadcast radio. As the sight of an academy situated on a gigantic hill came into view, standing like pillars were tall towers with a sleek architecture and the roofs were spiral.
The buildings in the academy were connected with each other except a few which were set apart and at the center of the academy was a huge dome structure which was made entirely of glass as the sun rays were reflected as they hit the glass and the roofs of the buildings painted Gold.
"Wow I can't believe this is Bright Gold academy" this time it was Zack who exclaimed in surprise
"though hearing about it from the mouth of others and seeing it online, I thought I would not be surprised by anything, but seeing the academy close up, it's totally different" Alex said aloud with excitement.
Then they passed over a structure which resembled a colosseum and there was a huge arena situated at the center of the colosseum and below, one could see what looked like a shopping district as from above one could see numerous students moving about in the district.
"Man, the academy is way too huge" exclaimed Alex as he and Zack stared through the window with awe and wonder written on their faces.
They kept passing over buildings which seemed endless as the aircraft reduced its descent little by little. They were also floating platforms hovering above the academy and aircrafts moving about through the academy and they seem to be a forest in the academy as the green trees covered a large area, the academy covered a large expanse of land and the academy was surrounded by hills and floating hills.
The architecture of the academy felt like one out of a fantasy world combined with a futuristic look giving those who come to the academy a feeling of embodiment of been in a totally different world.
"Everyone please put on your seatbelts, we're about landing now" the pilots voice came over the broad cast again and everyone on board hurried to take their seats and put on their seatbelts.
"I guess the moment of truth has come" Alex said to Zack as he strapped on his seat belt.
"Yeah I guess it has come" replied Zack.
The aircraft began its descent as it came close to the landing port of the academy and then it began to hover slowing towards the ground, the lights below on the landing pad were blinking and with a gust of wind released from its engines, the aircraft landed.
The aircraft's huge doors sild open and a platform extended to the ground which served as a stair and then the students began to come out from the aircraft as they walked down the platform and everyone dragging their luggage's behind them. Everyone was greeted by the sight of other aircrafts landing and students stepping down from them just like them.
"Finally, we are here" Zack said with a smirk on his lips as the afternoon breeze assaulted their faces and their hair fluttering in the wind.
Everyone looked around the new environment with curiosity in their eyes as the scene before them was a sight to behold to the eyes.
"Alright everyone follow us this way" a woman among the personals from before said to The group of students which Zack and Alex were among and they obeyed and followed behind the personals after a few minutes of walking, the freshmen were greeted by the grand sight of the buildings of the academy and they came to a stop in front of a building which had an oval shape and was curved and the entire freshmen were gestured to enter as they followed the personals inside.
Getting inside, most people had a look of surprise on their face they saw the interior of the building as on the ceiling were giant white tube lights which illuminated the place and the floor of the building made of white marble and tables and chairs of all kinds placed everywhere which were also white in color the sight gave one a calming sensation.
And everyone came before a wide counter desk as there were some personals seated behind them and everyone were asked to form a line in order to receive their uniforms which they all obeyed.
"Also you all will receive your room number and the dormitory you will belong to according to your ability rank and Talent" a man among the personal suddenly said out loudly and that's when it dawned on everyone that you will be given a room and the dormitory you will be by the rank of your ability and talent, well the world wasn't a fair place after all. .
"The dorms are ranked by tiers and they are divided into four tiers, silver tier, gold tier, diamond tier and platinum tier" the man explained
"The lowest tier silver is meant for those with C-rank abilities and iron talent, gold tier is meant for those with B-rank abilities and bronze talent, diamond tier is meant for those with A to S-rank abilities and silver talent and while Platinum the highest tier and is meant for those with SS to Ex rank abilities with Gold and diamond talents" a woman among the personals explained to everyone
"Also, the tier of the dorm you belong to determines the level of comfortable living you get" The man chimed in
"Looks like they want us to know our place and sperate the talented from the rest" Alex said with a sigh.
"I guess that's it, the higher your ability and talent the more benefits and special treatment you get. Replied Zack as he nodded his head in pity.
"So, what's the rank of your ability" Alex suddenly asked Zack.
"Eh, me?" Zack pointed to himself.
"Yeah you" Alex said with a squint.
"Well if l told you, you won't believe me" Zack answered Alex.
"Just say it bro" Alex rolled his eyes as he spoke.
"Okay, Well I have an E…..." Before Zack could speak the System appeared before him in a split second.
[No one can know about your ability that lets you copy abilities or there will be devastating consequences that trust me you don't want to know]
Zack was taken aback by the system words which didn't sound like a mere warning but a very stern warning.
"Oi what are you looking at Zack" Alex waved his hand in front of Zack's face as this pulls him back
"I mean I have an X-rank ability" Zack said with a smile
"Eh! What did you say?" Alex thought he wasn't hearing well
"I said I have an X-rank ability" Zack said again
"Eh…" Alex was in stupor.
"Holy crap Broooo!!!, you have a freaking X-rank ability" Alex said with disbelief
"Well I told you, you won't believe me" Zack had a helpless look on his face.
"Bro you got to be kidding me, you have a damn X-rank Ability" Alex was in still in shock
"Am not kidding bro" Zack said with a serious face.
"So, what about you?" he asked Alex.
"Oh well mine is SS rank" Alex said with a light smile.
"Then I guess you already know which dorm which we belong to" Zack said to him.
"Yeah" Alex nodded.
Soon it got to Zack and Alex's turn and they were handed their uniforms which were packaged in a large carton box and when their data were checked and they were handed their student ID cards which was white and gold in color as its design was sleek and the surface of the card was smooth and with their names written on it and at the bottom of the card, written in bold was Platinum and the card looked totally different from other cards.
"Woah, they got platinum cards" A boy whispered to a girl.
"Looks like they have high ranking abilities and talents" the girl said
"Wow this card is elite, man" Alex looked at the card in his hand with a smirk.
"Whats your dorm room number?" Zack suddenly asked Alex as he looked at his card with careful observation.
"Mine is 203" replied Alex.
"That's the same with mine too" Zack said that's when both of them came to realization that they have both been placed in the same room and they both looked at each other with surprise on their faces.
"I think you are stuck with me" Alex had a wide grin.
*Lord please no! * Zack cried out in his heart as he didn't want to be with him due to his first ambition.
"I see that's how it's going to be" Zack released a sigh of helplessness as he and Alex will be together throughout their time in the academy and they walked out together as they both had stepped foot on the path they chosen and with time they will move on to form an unbreakable bond of friendship as they go through the path of getting to the top.