**Shadow Eternity HQ: Main Hallway, three years ago**

"So, you never told me what you people are actually trying _do_ here," Hiroto replied to the cloaked man walking beside him, as he finished talking about the various ki powers Hiroto can attain with the help of the organization's training, plus the promises of battles he can prove himself in.

"That's on a need-to-know basis, I'm afraid. The top echelon happens to be very hush-hush about most going-ons here. However, I assure you that we live up to any promise we make. It's why our numbers have grown into what it is today, and we're still expanding!"

Hiroto sighed. Obviously these people aren't going to be very forthcoming with details, though he supposes he can't expect the man to tell a fresh recruit the finer workings of Shadow Eternity. So he asks another question somewhat more relevant to his own interests. "So, if I'm ever sent on one of your missions, what can I expect?"

"Something suited to your talents," his recruiter answers. He continues, "Judging from your general disposition and potential power, you would likely be sent on strike missions to hit enemies hard and fast. Maximum damage in minimum time would be the goal."

Hiroto grinned at this, already eagerly anticipating the chance to start a slaughter party. However, he needs to know what kind of enemies to expect. "Alright, but what sort of enemies am I likely going to face?"

"No telling, really. They could be just be well-armed men and women, or other uniquely talented individuals much like yourself. They might be what you'd call aliens, even. You won't know until you get the mission itself." The recruiter then stops and hands Hiroto a card. "That tells you where your quarters are, floor and room number. I assume you'll know your way around here, since it's rather hard to get lost with all these labels and maps all over the place. If you have further questions, ask whoever winds up being one of your instructors.

"Oh, and welcome to the club, Hiroto Kanzaki." 

**Hiroto's (though due to his namechange, now Kiba's) quarters, present day**

Kiba lays down on his bed, completely bored. It's been several days since he got a mission. His need to crush foes couldn't be sated with just sparring sessions or VR training routines. Actual battle is the only thing that can satisfy him, for it's the only way he can improve and hone his craft. He's worked for Shadow Eternity for three years, and for the most part, they've delivered on their past promises. His power and skill has improved by magnitudes compared to the first time he walked their halls. However, he still has no idea of their main goal and there has been a recent dry spell regarding missions. Sometimes, he'd entertain the thought of setting off a no-holds barred brawl between his fellow members, but the higher ranks coming down on him would be too much, even for one of his level. Currently, anyway.

Alas, he might as well wait just a bit more.