Bright Education School — known worldwide for excellence in every field — is more than just an elite academy.
Hidden behind its modern reputation lies a sacred mission, one dating back thousands of years:
> To train chosen individuals to defeat the rise of demonic forces…
and one day destroy the Demon Lord, Hell.
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🎓 The Admission Ceremony
The school grounds were buzzing with excitement. Hundreds of students had arrived for the final stage of the admission exam.
Among them stood Haru, a quiet boy with sharp eyes and a calm presence. As he looked around, he noticed a huge crowd forming near the front gate.
Curious, he peeked through the crowd—and saw him.
A boy surrounded by admirers, camera flashes going off, and loud whispers.
> "That's Re Jung!"
"He's even more handsome in real life!"
"He's already a superstar actor!"
Indeed, Re Jung, the world-famous child actor, had come to take the exam too.
Just then, a staff member in a long blue robe stepped forward.
Checker: "Last name on the list... Haru. Step forward."
Haru: "Yes, sir."
He walked confidently to the glowing orb placed on the pedestal.
Checker: "Place your hand on the Globe of Truth. It will reveal your spiritual resonance."
Haru pressed his hand against the sphere.
Suddenly—FLASH!
A brilliant light exploded from within the orb. Gasps echoed through the crowd.
The checker's eyes widened.
Checker: "Incredible... You've been selected."
Moments later, the announcement echoed across the field:
> "Out of all applicants, only two students have passed. Their names are Re Jung and Haru."
The crowd murmured in surprise.
Re Jung turned slowly toward Haru, his sharp eyes glinting. He approached him with a grin that didn't quite reach his eyes.
Re Jung: "Congrats. You're in. I'm Re Jung — the most famous celebrity, in case you didn't know."
Haru (calmly): "Thanks for the congratulations. And… sorry, I've never heard of you."
Re Jung: "What? You've never heard of me?!"
Haru: "Nope."
Re Jung's smile cracked. He stood frozen for a moment, then walked away, his face tight with anger.
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🏫 First Day at Bright Education School
Haru walked into a clean, high-tech classroom. Only 30 students were present, each one selected from thousands.
He quietly took a seat at the back.
A teacher entered the room, adjusting her glasses.
Teacher: "We have a new student joining this class. Come in."
The door opened.
A beautiful girl with silver hair and dazzling eyes stepped inside. She walked gracefully, her presence causing the entire room to fall silent.
Girl: "Hello. I'm Aishia."
Gasps swept through the classroom — including from Re Jung.
Re Jung (whispering): "It's her… no way."
Haru leaned over.
Haru: "Who is she?"
Re Jung: "You really don't know anything, do you? She's Aishia, the former leader of Dream Girl — the most popular dance group in the world. She left the group last year. She's a legend."
Haru: "Ah, I've heard of Dream Girl. Didn't know that was her. She has strong spiritual power too... I can sense it."
Teacher: "Aishia, take the second row, last bench."
As she walked past Re Jung, he smiled.
Re Jung: "Hi—"
Aishia walked by him without a word.
She sat beside Haru.
Haru (smirking): "Tough luck, boy."
Re Jung clenched his fist silently.
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📚 First Class: Demon Sorcerers
The teacher wrote a few words on the board.
> Demon Sorcerers = Humans + Demon Spirits
Teacher: "Listen carefully. Demon Sorcerers are not demons themselves. They are humans possessed by demonic spirits. The spirit gives them power, but it slowly corrupts and controls them."
Students took notes quietly, some looking visibly disturbed.
Before the class could end, an announcement echoed through the hall.
> "All students, report to the ground. Important announcement."
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📢 The Director's Speech
Thousands of students gathered as the school director stepped up to the stage.
Director: "Over the past decade, demonic energy has increased by 10% — the sharpest rise in our history. This is no longer training. This is preparation for war. Tighten your discipline. The age of demons… is returning."
A chill ran through the students.
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🍽️ Lunch Break: The Terrace Meeting
Haru skipped the cafeteria and went to the rooftop terrace. With a cold coffee in hand, he leaned against the railing and enjoyed the silence.
Suddenly, he heard footsteps.
It was Aishia.
Aishia: "You're in my class, right?"
Haru: "Yeah. I'm Haru."
Aishia: "I'm Aishia. Mind if I ask why you're here?"
Haru (smiling): "Only if you answer first."
Aishia (laughing softly): "Fair enough. I came up here because… everyone downstairs keeps trying to talk to me. It's exhausting."
Haru: "Makes sense. You're beautiful and famous. People are drawn to you."
Aishia's cheeks turned slightly red.
Aishia: "Your turn."
Haru: "I like being alone. It's peaceful up here."
As the bell rang, Haru stood up.
Haru: "I'll go first. You can follow once it's clear."
Aishia: "Thanks. See you in class."
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🌀 An Unseen Energy
On the way back, a group of second-year students passed Haru.
Suddenly, one of them stopped.
Second-Year Student: "Did you feel that? What… what kind of energy was that?"
They turned around, looking at Haru's back with awe and confusion.
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🛏️ Room Assignment & Unexpected Neighbor
After classes, students were given their dorm room keys.
Haru found his assigned room, Room 307. As he approached, he noticed someone standing outside the door next to his.
It was Aishia.
Aishia: "Wait… you're in Room 307?"
Haru: "Yeah."
Aishia: "Then you're my neighbor."
They looked at each other for a moment — and smiled.
A strange feeling passed between them.
> A bond was forming.