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CHAPTER 26: FIRST HUNT WITH DENIZEN
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The morning after the bonding ritual, Tonji woke up different.

His body felt lighter. Stronger. More aware. Like every muscle knew exactly what to do.

Toji's knowledge sat in his mind. Not controlling him. Just there. Available. Ready.

He went to the training field early. Before sunrise. Wanted to test what he could do now.

Denizen hung at his side. The blade felt perfect. Like it belonged there.

Tonji drew it. Moved through forms.

His body flowed. Every movement precise. Efficient. No wasted m
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