A/N :- Two additonal Chapters will come in four hours too show alex awakening.
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The Grand Arena of Zenith Academy—a massive coliseum-like structure reserved solely for duels—buzzed with restless energy. Thousands of cadets filled the stands, their eyes trained on the center stage, where history was about to be made.
On one of the elevated viewing platforms, a particular group drew as much attention as the duel itself. Seraphina, Ava, Lilia, Alden, Draven, and Rein sat together, watching intently.
In the center of the dueling platform stood Ethan Williams. His golden hair fluttered slightly in the breeze, and his golden eyes burned with quiet intensity. Opposite him were five third-year cadets—four of them radiating the strength of Expert (Peak)-Rank, while their leader, David, exuded the solid, oppressive aura of a Master (Low)-Rank.
David strolled toward Ethan with lazy confidence, lips curled in a mocking smirk.
