One day!
The scene shifts to Kai's gang hanging out in the school's abandoned east wing:
Kai, Ryan, and Chris sneak around, bored with regular classes.
Ryan suggests: "Dude, let's explore this creepy wing. Might find something cool."
Chris nods, and Kai leads them deeper into the dusty halls.
They stumble upon an old, hidden room – likely a former library storage:
* Cobwebs everywhere
* Flickering fluorescent lights
* Shelves filled with ancient books
Kai pushes aside old volumes, revealing a mysterious leather-bound book:
* Strange symbols etched into the cover
* Glow emanating from within
Ryan whispers: "Whoa, this looks like something from a fantasy movie..."
Chris touches the book, and suddenly:
* The room trembles
* Symbols on the book glow brighter
* A low whispering voice echoes: "Destinies altered... futures rewritten..."
Kai's eyes widen as he opens the book:
Pages reveal their own faces – with alternate life stories...
*MIND-SHATTERING REVELATION
The kid appears out of thin air, dressed in elegant white robes:
"Greetings, mortals... I am Herald of Realms.
This ancient tome has chosen you for realm transplantation..."
Herald's voice echoes in the abandoned room:
"You will be transferred to the world of Tenria – where magic reigns and dragons soar.
To return home, you must complete the Trials of Tenria – three quests that will test your worth."
Kai's eyes widen, processing the insane revelation...
Then, Kai's face splits into a deliberate, menacing smile*
His eyes gleam with excitement and calculation, as if he's about to change hes own life.