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Chapter 33: The Garden Duel
Chapter 33: The Garden DuelAs Ethan hit the ground hard.Because he had been flying at full speed, there was no time to properly slow down or steer his descent. The moment his feet touched down, a thunderous boom echoed across the Valtair estate. Tiles cracked, trees snapped, and a wave of displaced air shattered the flowerbeds in a ten-meter radius. The lush, elegant Valtair family garden—once blooming with delicate spirit blossoms and glowing mana lilies—was now reduced to a cratered ruin.Still cradling Sophia in his arms, Ethan looked around in disbelief, panting. She was unconscious, her head resting against his chest, her soft golden hair fluttering in the settling dust."Tch… gotta work on those landings," Ethan muttered.But before he could gather his thoughts—“HOW DARE YOU DESTROY OUR MOTHER’S GARDEN?!”The furious roar came like a war horn, rumbling through the earth itself. Ethan's brows furrowed. The voice held not just rage—it carried weight, authority, and killing inte
Chapter 32: Storm Before the Trials
The midday sun spilled gently over Moonlight Magic Academy as Ethan and Sophia stepped out of the Grand Auditorium. The air was warm, but a strange tension clung between them. “So…” Sophia glanced sideways, brushing her golden hair behind her ear. “What’s your plan for the Trials?” Ethan shoved his hands into his coat pockets. “Still thinking. This competition’s not just about flashy magic or swordplay. There's more at stake, and I need to think bigger.” Sophia smirked. “Smart. Most just charge in swinging. But you…” She tilted her head playfully. “You don’t strike me as ordinary.” Ethan gave her a dry look. “Coming from the girl who publicly clung to me and made half the academy think we’re dating, I’ll take that with a grain of salt.” She laughed. “Guilty. But I was just helping you out. And it was fun.” They continued walking in silence until they reached the academy gates. Ethan's eyes locked onto a luxurious carriage parked nearby—a majestic, obsidian black frame in
Chapter 32: The Announcement
Sophia stood with her arms folded, cheeks tinged a faint red. Her gaze met Ethan's with an almost defiant glint. “W-What? Can’t I be here?” she asked, raising an eyebrow. Ethan blinked, clearly taken aback. “Ah—no, I didn’t mean it like that. I’m just... surprised to see you, that’s all.” He scratched his neck awkwardly, lowering his voice. “But did you really have to say that back there? Now everyone thinks we’re... you know, together.” Sophia smirked playfully. “Maybe. But you looked like you needed help. And besides—” she leaned in slightly, her golden hair catching the sunlight as she tilted her head, “—it was kind of fun, don’t you think?” Ethan let out a small sigh and nodded. “Thanks, by the way.” Sophia gave a teasing shrug. “Now you know how to thank me properly.” Ethan’s expression shifted. “But seriously—what are you really doing here?” Her confident smirk faded just a little. She looked away for a moment, then answered, voice softer. “Well... my father wants t
Chapter 31: Confession
As Ethan stepped out of the Alchemy Building, a strange sense of disbelief washed over him. He glanced at the alchemist book in his hand — he was now Rank 9 in alchemy. Alchemy in the empire was a prestigious discipline, its rankings ranging from Rank 1 to Rank 9. And according to the information he had gathered, only three Rank 9 alchemists existed throughout the entire empire. Now, he was the fourth — a feat he had achieved not through decades of painstaking research or countless failed concoctions, but by simply allocating system points. The thought made him pause. What would those old alchemists say if they found out I bypassed years of work in seconds? He couldn’t help but chuckle. Just as he turned to leave, a sudden commotion drew his attention. Voices, laughter, and footsteps echoed from the courtyard ahead. Curious, he looked up. A group of students was walking toward the Alchemy Building, led by a beautiful young woman whose presence instantly drew attention — Lirien.
Chapter 30: The Competition Announcement and Alchemy Awakening
After changing into a clean uniform, Ethan made his way down the corridor toward the classroom. His body still ached slightly from the earlier training session with Professor Dain, but he welcomed the soreness—it meant progress. As he opened the classroom door, the room, previously filled with chatter and laughter, fell completely silent. All eyes turned toward him. Ethan ignored the attention, walking calmly to the last row where his desk awaited. He sat down without a word, but he could feel someone's gaze burning into his skin. Turning his head slightly, he met Rolan’s eyes. The taller boy was glaring at him with barely restrained hatred, his expression twisted with resentment. If looks could kill, Ethan would've been obliterated on the spot. Ethan simply smiled and turned back toward the front of the class, completely dismissing Rolan’s presence. "Damn it... I’ll make you pay for what you did to me," Rolan muttered under his breath, his teeth grinding with frustration.
Chapter 29: A Clash of Force and Will
Moonlight Magic Academy’s training ground echoed with the rhythmic clash of wood against wood. The late morning sun cast golden rays across the training ground Two figures moved like blurs, their wooden swords colliding with sharp cracks that reverberated through the air. One was a young man, around sixteen or seventeen, sweat glistening on his forehead, his breathing heavy yet steady. The other was a tall, broad-shouldered middle-aged man whose strikes were precise, economical, and devastating. Ethan Gale and Professor Dain were training. Though it was technically a spar, there was nothing casual about the way they fought. Dain’s strikes came fast and hard, but always with subtle restraint. He had several chances to knock Ethan flat, yet each time he held back just enough to allow the boy to recover. But it wasn’t kindness—no. It was challenge. A test. As the exchange continued, Dain suddenly pivoted and struck a heavy blow into Ethan’s stomach with the butt of his wooden swo
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