The baby was named Jerome, meaning sacred, because he was found in the War Legate Shrine of Vanglesville. The cleaner raised him until he was five before passing away from an illness.Jerome was once again orphaned. Gorgonshire’s Vangles Orphanage took Jerome in, and he attended elementary and junior high in Vanglesville. Due to his extraordinary talent, photographic memory, and excellent academic performance, he ranked first in the entire Gorgonshire. He was accepted into the best high school in Gorgonshire—Gorgonshire High. However, Chase was conducting internal reforms within the country at the time and Jerome’s life was affected. The orphanage was shut down and he became homeless.At the age of fourteen, Jerome sustained himself by trash picking on the streets at night and studying hard at school during the day. The principal of Gorgonshire High, Saul Cassidy, took notice of Jerome’s plight and decided to take him under his wing. Jerome then became Saul’s student, bringing an

Saul started calling out. The people in the room panicked. Saul’s son got up and shouted, “Call Jerome! Find out where he is now!”“Jerome’s back!” A voice came from outside the room. A nineteen-year-old young man ran into the room. He made his way to the bedside and dropped to his knees, his hands clutching Saul’s hands. It was Jerome, the babe found in the War Legate Shrine who had encountered countless hardships while growing up yet never gave up hope. “I’m back, sir,” said Jerome shakily, clutching tightly to Saul’s hands. He trembled and tears blurred his vision as he gazed at his esteemed mentor who was at death’s door. Saul turned and stretched out a hand to cup Jerome’s face. “You’re back, my child.”“Yes, I am,” said Jerome with tears. He felt powerless in the face of his mentor’s failing condition. He could only watch with tears in his eyes, but there was nothing he could do. Saul said weakly, “You’ve seen War Legate Draco, right?”Jerome nodded. “Yes, I have, si

Raquel was acquainted with Saul and even attended one of his lectures. Though it was only an hour, it benefitted Raquel for the rest of her life. She never expected to see the day such a highly-respected scholar and military advisor leave this world.“I still recall Saul’s lecture from when I first joined Wyvern Peak. I found it enlightening, and his words still affect me up to this day.”Raquel shook her head, feeling rather powerless. It was inevitable that Saul would pass away one day, but it was just too sudden “Is that Jerome?” she asked. Adrian nodded and gazed at the person holding an urn in the frontmost car. “Yes. Jerome gives me the impression of a very calm person. He’s rather mature and his mentality has far surpassed his peers due to lack of parents.”“He exudes a kingly presence that not even you had when you first became legate.” Raquel had been there from the moment Adrian became Wyvern Peak’s leader. She was merely stating the truth. She turned to him and said

Adrian asked, “Do you think that you’re the reincarnation of five legates?”Jerome shook his head. “I’m not. I was just abandoned by my parents. I am myself—a unique and one-of-a-kind individual.”Adrian patted Jerome’s shoulder. “The reality is that you can surpass the five legates and show the world your capabilities.”“I-I can surpass the five legates?” Jerome pointed at himself in disbelief. The five legates were regarded as god-like entities throughout history. Their extraordinary achievements were recognized by all. Jerome was flattered by Adrian’s aspiring words. “Did Saul tell you to do better?” asked Adrian. “Yes, he did,” Jerome said, “He told me not to pursue the best, but to do better in everything. He wanted me to be even better than the best.”Adrian said, “Do you believe you’re capable of that?”“I…” Jerome lowered his head and stared at his hands, questioning if he had the ability to do so. Adrian said, “Everyone has their aspirations and pursuits. However,

In One Jewel Road of Swallowston, the family was enjoying a meal when Juno ran in with an information sheet in her hand. She said excitedly, “Guys, the six competition regions and rules have been announced.”Rue, Samantha, Gloria, and Adaline quickly looked toward Juno in surprise. “Let me see it,” said Samantha eagerly. Juno passed the information sheet to Samantha and sat on the sofa. Samantha read aloud, “The competition regions are Cawthorn County, Rusouth, Rivton, Drogoton, Dillonia, and Northbound. Will the prelims take place throughout the six regions simultaneously?”“Yes, the prelims will be followed by the challenger rounds, then the finals. The finals will be happening at Wyvern Peak’s headquarters. Just thinking about it is stressful,” said Juno smilingly.Samantha tutted. “The assessment will be using a cumulative points system.”“And the new leader of Wyvern Peak will only be qualified for the position through breaking at least three records set by the previous