AN : Henceforth, Thomas will be known as Edgar .
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 Edgar sighed as the Healer left the room.
 " I hope he comes back soon. " He muttered. 
 His biggest worry was the teachers, as for the other students, they were too young to know about the rarity of growing a core at a matured age.
 Even if they knew, it'll be difficult for them to reach out to the Authorities ,afterall they were in a very small town and he doubted any of them have stepped foot outside this place. 
 The teachers however, would do anything to get a favour from the Authorities or to be precise the Royals .
 His parents, although he could confide in them,he chose not to. 
 They were good people but he didn't want to take the risk or maybe...he just didn't want to burden them with his problems. 
 He shrugged off those thoughts and tried to focus on his new ability. 
 " Healer Keelson said I had a fire related ability, how do I use it?"
 " He didn't show me because he wanted me to stay low and avoid troubles. But he got one think wrong, I'm not going to sit around and wait till he comes, I'm going to learn how to use it!" Edgar said with a determined face. 
 " And if he comes back with Royal guards...I have to find a way to protect myself if the time comes" 
 " The first time I used an ability was when I was in that tiger-like Magical Beast. "
 He sat in a lotus position and started meditating, trying to remember that feeling of using the ability. 
 A mild throbbing sensation came from his neck and head, it felt like he had an electric shock coursing through his whole body but at the same time he felt calm and at peace.
 It was painful and soothing at the same time.
 A small flame came out from his mouth. 
 " That's it! " He shouted in joy.
 " But I have to try to channel it through my hands "
 He got into a meditating stance once again. 
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 " Ouch!"
 Another painful sensation shot through his neck and head.
 The flames from his mouth increased in size.
 " Dammit! Why can't I shoot it from my palms " He cussed in frustration. 
 He tried and tried for multiple times but the flames won't pour from anywhere but his mouth. 
 " That's enough!" He exclaimed and closed his eyes.
 Edgar's eyes widened as realization dawned on him. 
 " This original body wasn't able to harness any ability, but...immediately I occupied it,it grew a core "
 His mind shot back to the changes in his mental sphere. 
 The Tiger-like Beast skin on the walls, the red core. 
 Everything was starting to make sense.
 " This ability came from the Tiger-like Beast and it could only shoot it from it's mouth! "
 " That means..." he rushed to his drawer and picked up a mirror. 
 " Crap! I look like Crap! I look like something the cat dragged in " He bellowed. 
 His mouth was burnt and his face was charred from all the flames. 
 Unlike the Magical Beasts who had sturdy bodies that immunised the effects of the flames, he didn't have such body.
 Thus,the flames had damaged him .
 " I should have thought about this earlier. But all is not lost " He said trying to reassure himself. 
 " I need to find a safe place and work on this " Edgar thought to himself.
 He tore a piece of black cloth and covered his face with it.
 " That's better, I think " He commented, looking at the mirror. 
 " The only safe place around here is the woods, I can use my abilities there without any bother. But I need to do something about my pretty face and how do I explain my burnt face without revealing my fire abilities, its impossible "
 " Or...I just have to operate on myself. Hehehe " He said in a sinister tone. 
 A creepy idea had just popped into his mind. 
 A very creepy idea.
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Edgar made his way to the library with his face covered. 
 He moved stealthily as to avoid being seen. 
 Any Teacher under keen observation will notice his core and he couldn't afford it. 
 When he got to his destination he went over the library and checked if there was a book on the subject he was interested in.
 He picked up one of the books.
 This is the book he needed!
 He opened up the page and began reading the title.
 ' Bestiary: North Camelotian Fauna ' 
 He looked over and found another book. 
 ' Guide to Wildlife in North Camelot '
 " Perfect! These books should prove to be useful! "
 He pulled them down from the shelf and made his way towards where he needed to go. He was just about to leave when someone tapped on his shoulder and placed his hand on the books.
 " Hey! What the heck!? I am literally going through a serious crisis here" Edgar yelled in frustration.
 The person stepped away with an apologetic look on their face.
 " I'm so sorry but you see,I actually need this book " The person said .
 He was a tall lean man with delicate features and looked almost as old as Edgar himself. 
 Due to the mask covering his face, the person couldn't recognise him or so he thought 
 " My name is Tupin " He extended his hands in a warm manner. 
 " I've never seen him here before, he must be new".
 Edgar didn't even bother to return the courtesy. 
 " Look I don't really care " Edgar replied.
 " Oh I don't want to bother you " Tupin said. 
 " Well I am in a desperate situation so what does it matter? Just let me leave with these books "
 " Okay, okay "
 Tupin let go of the books.
 " Thanks " Edgar said as he placed the books in his satchel .
 Tupin tapped him on his shoulder again. 
 " If this guy touches me one more time , I swear I'll burn him alive" Edgar said inwardly. 
 If looks could kill ,Tupin would have been lying in a pool of his own blood by now.
 " You know...I was thinking...maybe you could help me with some studies, you seem to be quite interested and ...knowledgeable about Beasts and their environs".
 " Are you new here?" Edgar asked. 
 " Oh no...I joined about...a month ago...actually I joined last week" Tupin answered nervously. 
 " I'm willing to give something in exchange by the way...if you help me with my studies..."
 Tupin said with a shy smile on his face.
 Edgar's eyes widened at the sudden offer that came out of nowhere.
 " What are you offering??"
 Tupin shrugged.
 " Weapons, elixir ,whatever you want...if only I can afford it" 
 " What do you need my services for?"
 Tulin chuckled nervously. 
 " Erhmm...you know some ...projects work...I have to pass correctly ".
 " Why didn't you go to the Professors or teachers then? Plus,how are you soo confident that I'm not some numbskull " Edgar questioned.
 " You just picked a book about Beasts and stuffs... you know..."
 Edgar gave him a Stare that made him shudder. 
 " Nice try Keelson, but you really underestimated my wits" He smiled internally. 
 " I don't know which one I should be more concerned about; The fact that he still recognised me even with a mask covering my face or the fact I have been followed all this while ". He thought. 
 " I could also give you potions and ..." 
 " Stop!" Edgar shouted. 
 " Come with me"
 He held Tupin's wrist tightly and dragged him out of the Library. 
 It was empty and very quiet so he had no problem dragging a reluctant Tupin into the nearest alleyway.
 He grabbed Tupin's wrists and forced him onto the wall.
 " I am not letting you escape so easily " He whispered into Tupin's ear.
 " I'm sorry...Healer Keelson was the one who told me...to look after you ..." Tubin broke into a sob.
 " How did you recognise me? " Edgar asked as he tightened his grip on Tupin's wrist.
 " Please....Please let me go..."
 " You're making this worse for yourself...What happened? Why were you following me and how did you identify me even with a mask on?" He tightened his grip. 
 " It was just...He told me to watch you...and...and distract you till he comes. I...swear on all things holy, I have no evil intent " Tupin cried out.
 He let go of Tupin's hand and looked at him in the eye. 
 " Even though you meant no harm and you were doing as instructed by Healer Keelson, I still can't let you go scot-free "
 " I mean you were invading my privacy, so...make it up and I'll just forget about this incident ".
 Edgar said with a cunning smile . 
 Tupin gulped hard as he contemplated on what to say next. 
 After a few moments of indecision, he spoke up 
 " All these promises of rewards were ...we're false,but I have something I can give you; Dual blades "
 " Give it to me now " Edgar said with his hands extended. 
 " Erh... Problem is ,I don't have it on me now ,I have to go fetch it so..."
 Edgar stopped him with a gesture .
 " I'll be in my room. Bring it before Sunset...and hurry "
 Tupin bowed slightly.
 " Thanks ".
 He dashed out of the alleyway without another word and left Edgar alone with his thoughts.
 " I'll need a weapon for this mission afterall. I can't rely on kitchen knives " He shrugged. 
 He had planned on sneaking into the pantry and stealing some couple of knives for his " big plan".