Beads of sweat were clearly visible on Killua's forehead.
The effort required to manifest his energy blade his special weapon and then use it to completely neutralize the golden sphere had been immense.
It had drained a significant portion of his own energy reserves.
He was breathing heavily his chest rising and falling quickly.
His earlier calm confidence was replaced by a weary cautious respect. He now knew he was facing a very powerful opponent.
All the remaining conscious members of the Golden Team stared at Adam.
Their expressions were a mixture of shock fear and a grudging admiration. This first-year had single-handedly taken on three of the major factions and won.
Void and Kado standing beside Adam were also looking at him with surprise.
A new understanding of the sheer overwhelming power he possessed was dawning on them. This was beyond what they had imagined.
Adam then began to clap his hands slowly.
