The Eminence in Shadow: The Dark Swordsman

Chapter 2: Pursuit of Shadows

In a sudden burst of panic, a woman let out a piercing shout that echoed through the bustling street. "Help! He stole my wallet! Stop that thief!"
Passersby turned their heads in alarm as she pointed desperately at the thief, who smirked deviously and bolted away with her wallet.

The thief, in a frantic rush, looked ahead and saw a kid blocking his way. Frustrated, he shouted and insulted the child, "Move, you little brat! Out of my way!" He desperately wanted to escape with the stolen wallet.

The child, undeterred by the thief's insults, stood firm, locking eyes with the criminal. As the thief lunged forward to kick the kid out of his path, the child swiftly sidestepped, causing the thief to lose his balance and stumble. Seizing the opportunity, the quick-thinking child skillfully knocked the thief off balance, sending him sprawling to the ground. In a surprising turn of events, the kid grabbed the stolen wallet from the thief's hand.

The triumphant kid held up the stolen wallet and looked down at the dishevelled thief with a mischievous grin. "Looks like you got pretty unlucky crossing paths with me, huh?"

Just then, a security guard who had been alerted by the commotion arrived at the scene. The guard wasted no time and swiftly apprehended the thief, firmly tying him up to ensure he wouldn't escape.

The kid confidently handed the stolen wallet to the security guard, who took it with a thankful nod. As the guard examined the wallet to make sure nothing was missing, he looked at the young hero and asked, "You've done a great job, young man. What's your name?"

With a proud smile, the kid responded, "I'm Kirito. Kirito Kuroha."

Kirito Kuroha, the young hero of the day, walked alone through the bustling streets of Midgar Kingdom. With a sense of accomplishment, he savoured a crisp apple as he strolled along, the sun casting a warm glow on the cobblestone paths. Passersby who had witnessed his bravery gave him approving nods and smiles as he passed.

Kazuto's POV:
As I reflect on the past month, I can't help but feel a mix of confusion and determination. It's been almost a month since I got mysteriously transported into this world. The transition was abrupt, and disorienting, and frankly, I still can't fully grasp the how and why of it all.

The mysterious voice that echoed in my mind during that inexplicable journey insisted that I was brought here for a purpose. My mission, as it claimed, was to confront and dismantle a shadowy organization known as The Cult of Diablos. Little did I know then just how deep and insidious this cult's influence stretched.

As I thought about my strange predicament, one of the first peculiarities I noticed in this new world was my sudden transformation into a child. I had no connections or ties to anyone in this unfamiliar realm. Strangely, it felt like a deliberate choice to keep me unattached, perhaps to make it easier for me to focus on my mission.

In this world, much like S.A.O, it's a realm steeped in a medieval age, where magic reigns supreme. While I was familiar with such surroundings from my virtual gaming experiences, living it with every fibre of my being was an entirely different sensation. The very essence of this world felt both enchanting and perilous.

The creatures and the races of this world were wide and diverse. Majestic dragons were soaring through the skies, mystical elves with their ethereal grace, sturdy dwarves delving deep into the earth, and beastkin, beings with a fusion of human and animal traits. Each of these races added a layer of complexity to my mission, making me realize the enormity of the challenges that lay ahead.

As I became more familiar with my surroundings, I decided to adopt a name in this world. Drawing inspiration from my gaming days, I chose the name Kirito as my first name and added the surname Kuroha. This would be my new identity in this unfamiliar and mystical realm.