[MZ stands for mizugi, which is swimsuit in Japanese. The more you know.]

Summer in Grandis is often a season many both Espers and humans look forward to. At this time of the year, many head out toward the warm beaches of Gyrate City for some relaxation and relief from their daily struggles.

Warm golden sands and crystal-clear azure waters span across the pristine beach. The bright orange sun shone high up in the sky, with no cloud in sight. Waves gently lapped against the shore rhythmically, creating a tranquil atmosphere .

The beach was devoid of any people, except for one. A lone white tigerman was seen on the sand, counting in silence as he executed sit-ups in rapid-fire motion without slowing down once. A paddle sat behind him, gleaming brightly as the serpentine bronze coiled around the handle reflected the sunlight. As it turns out, said tiger is Jin Qiu, the prison warden of Nether Gaol. His burly muscles hidden underneath his white, fluffy fur were tense and bulging from his strenuous exercise.

"498... 499...

*500!

*"

With a loud grunt, he collapsed onto the sand. The tiger snatched a large water bottle next to a pile of cheesy-looking Wuxia novels beside him as he rejuvenated himself.