Chapter Three: The Demon's Test
"This is where you live? A cave?" Kyle laughed "You'd be surprised." The demon laughed as well. "Well considering you entrance I should expect something grand now shouldn't I?" Kyle simply smiled and walked in. The demon followed quietly. They were about a half mile in when they came to a dead end. "This is it?" Kyle shook his head. Then he pulled out his sword and jammed it into a hole in the cave wall. "No,
this is it." Kyle turned his sword and suddenly part of the wall moved back revealing a large chamber. "Wow." The demon stood in awe of what was done with the chamber. To his left was a super high tech computer system, to his right was a large area for training. Kyle took his sword out from a second hole as the wall moved back into place. "There's an advanced cpu setup so I can get the latest info as quickly as possible. A training ground with a special sheild generator to keep the training confine while allowing as fierce training as possible. Six bedrooms each with its own closet, shower, toilet, and hot tub. And there's a kitchen that even world class chefs would drool for." The demon turned to him. "How? Did you build all this or find it?" Kyle put his sword and hoverboard on a couple stands near the training area.
"After you freed us from Claire, my town prospered. My parents went back to work and I returned to school. My parents worked as scientists and discovered a massive amount of geo-thermal energy in the mountain. They received a contract from Capital City to hook up the cities power grid to the energy. In two years, Capital City went from most polluted to most eco friendly on the planet. This cavern was dug out when they were connecting the machines to the power network. When I found out about this I asked them if I coukd use it and they made all the arrangements. As long as I fix up the machines when they break I can live here. I had them install what was wanted and needed as well as hook everything into the energy grid. The only time I have to leave is to get more food when I run out."
"Impressive. So you've been living here for the past few years training for when you'd find me. Am I right?" Kyle had gone into the kitchen and came back with a sandwhich in his mouth. "Uo ay uming?"(You say something?) The demon laughed. Kyle swallowed his bite before speaking again. "Sorry, but what is it you said?" The demon waved his hand, "Nevermind it. Now, are you ready for your test?" Kyle facepalmed himself, "Oh yeah. I forgot about that." Kyle finished his sandwhich before continuing. "So what is it? An intelligence test? A fitness test? A skills test? What?" The demon walked over to the training area and then turned to face him. "A demon's test. The same test my father put me through before he would train me." Kyle grabbed his sword and entered the training field. "So what's a demon test?"
"It's a dangerous test. If you fail a demon's test, you die." Kyle's eyes widenend in shock. "I'll die if I fail? Well what's the test?" The demon smiled, "Simply really. You have twenty-four hours starting as soon as you accept. You may use whatever you want, whether its weapons, trickery or even help. I however may only use my fists, and my knowledge. You must land one direct hit on me within the time limit. Or I'll kill you." Kyle stoid questioning what to do.
How can he say that so calmly and with a smile on his face? If I accept and lose I die. However if I choose life he won't train me. What to do, what to do?! The demon held up his hand. "I know it seems harsh, try having your father say it to you. But this is really the best way. If you pass then I'll have first hand knowledge of your skill meaning I'll be able to teach you what you need to know and not what you may have learned. If you want to become a warrior you must risk your life everytime you draw your weapon. This also tests your devotion to your goals and willingness to risk your life. So, will you accept." Kyle took a moment to think about everything the demon said. Finally he said his answer. "Bring it." He drew his sword and charged.