Multiversal Ascension

Mikael sighed inwardly, understanding her reasoning. 'I wish we could spend more time together than just the one day a week we have. But if she comes to the Dirarnia world, she'll be in danger—and I can't let that happen.'

"Dear, I'd love for you to accompany me to the Dirarnia world, but it's far too dangerous."

Kiara smiled softly. "Dear... I love hearing that," she murmured to herself before speaking louder. "Don't worry, darling. I have the solution!" She paused dramatically, instantly capturing Mikael's attention. If she truly had a plan to join him safely, he would be ecstatic. "All I need to do is become really, really strong using this book, and then I'll be able to stay with you all the time. Bonus—I could even keep you all to myself—"

"Cough."

"I mean, I could protect you," she quickly corrected herself, masking her slip with a small cough. Mikael wasn't fooled, though. He sighed inwardly. 'She definitely said she wanted to keep me all to herself, didn't she?' Still, it wasn't exactly surprising given her personality.

"If you want to become stronger, I'll support you!" Mikael exclaimed, though he couldn't help but notice the dreamy expression on her face, as though she was imagining a future where she was stronger than him.

She snapped out of her thoughts, her face suddenly serious and determined. "Don't worry. I'll work extra hard for our future."

"Yeah..." Mikael said before giving Kiara a gentle kiss goodbye. Time was moving on, and it was already early in the day. He knew he couldn't stay much longer—he needed to return to the Dirarnia world soon.

Kiara responded to the kiss before watching him leave the apartment. This time, though, she wasn't as sad as before. This time, she had a goal—and she was determined to reach it. With fire in her eyes, she began reading the book.

Meanwhile, Mikael had just exited the apartment and arrived at the Hub, dressed in his white and gold academy uniform. Ignoring the lively commotion around him, his thoughts lingered on Kiara. 'As endearing as Kiara's possessive nature is, I need to make sure I stay stronger than her. If I end up weaker... her yandere tendencies could lead to problems. Yeah, that would definitely be an issue.'

Resolute in his decision, Mikael vowed not to slack off in his training. While he appreciated and encouraged Kiara's efforts to grow stronger, he had no intention of being the weaker one in their relationship—especially not when dealing with a yandere.