Rough breathing echoes through the forest.

You have been running for hours to escape the pursuit of the government troops.

It all started when you discovered the corruption of a high-ranking official.

At first, you thought it would end with a simple warning.

But they mobilized the troops just to silence you.

Your legs have already reached their limit, and the sound of approaching hoofbeats grows louder behind you.

"Over there! Don't let them get away!!"

The shouts of the soldiers pierce the forest.

Eventually, you arrive at a dead-end cliff.

There is nowhere left to run.

The soldiers draw their swords and approach slowly.

At that very moment—

A blue hem of a robe flashes through the darkness.

In an instant, two soldiers collapse, and silence falls over the forest.

A strange young man stands between you and the troops.

Black hair.

A blue robe.

And an unwavering gaze.

The man sheathes his sword and speaks briefly.