Chapter 144: Let me go!

Chapter 144: Let me go!

[Seth's POV:]

It was the day of commencement for the final round.

Pristine Academy would be going against Carlesthine Academy.

The latter mentioned has been labeled as the winner for the past two titles which naturally makes them the most difficult opponent to face in the final round.

Pristine Academy on the other side, has lost its glory by being ranked third and second in the respective past two Tournaments. It means a lot not only for the reputation of the academy but also for the prestige of their respective nations.

One could already evaluate how much pressure a participant could feel being the center of so many responsibilities. Not only would they be representing their individual self but their whole motherland.

Naturally, since this Tournament holds such great importance, all the delegates and prominent nobles would gather to witness the event.

Regardless of how they outwardly pretend their views of this event, it doesn't change the fact that from nobles to even Emperors, everyone feels competitive amongst themselves and wants their nation to shine on top.

I was currently sitting along with my team in the participant bracket which was separate from the audience stands.

For the esteemed guests, VIP seats were arranged from where the arena could be seen from the best angle.

Emperors and Empresses of every empire were here along with their high-ranking nobles. Mother was also seated amongst them, currently engaged in a chat with who seemed to be the Empress of Emangeline.

Serena's father hadn't come even though he's a Count. Ciel's father was here, which surely would put her under a lot of stress.

If I remember her plot correctly then it was her last chance to prove her worth or she would be wedded to some young master after graduation. Family traditions, die hard.

I looked toward the silver-haired girl sitting beside me with a determined gaze but the anxiety was clearly written over her face.

"Take it easy, Ciel. If you are confident in your skills then no one would stop you from turning out victorious today."

Along with my words, I chanted my spell [Lull] at a mild level so that she doesn't sense it to relieve her nerves for a bit.

Whether it was my words or my spell, Ciel's shoulders slightly dropped as she turned toward me and smiled in acknowledgment.

Anabelle was sitting on my right, entirely carefree. I don't know whether she was being overconfident or simply just enjoying the situation, but somehow I have yet to see her stressing over this tournament even for once.

The announcement was made and we were supposed to notify ours as well.

Professor Henry already was in a frenzy and was about to begin his discussion but now there is no time.

"I am going in."

I rose from my seat even though I have planned to go at last. But now that Maydeath was participating in the first round I have got no other option. From what I have observed, with her skill, any other teammate of mine might suffer a loss.

I was not overconfident in my skills but to counter her, I think I was best suited.

...ah, I forgot about this one.

"Please let me go, Seth."

I was obstructed by the same raven-haired protagonist who wants to show his worth at every single place which he finds challenging.

Those fiery eyes and the look of determination he holds...Basically, right now, Keita and Arata have fully merged, that much I was sure about.

"If I fail in this, I swear on my life I would do whatever you want for the whole year."

I think he doesn't know until now that Maydeath is Miyuki and how strong she has grown compared to her canon self. If Arata is planning to defeat her, in the same way it was depicted in the novel, then he is in for a massive shock.

But who am I to stop him?

"Alright, go out there and make our Academy's name shine."

I patted him on the shoulder before I retired back to my seat.

It's time to just enjoy the show.

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A/N: - Drop a comment.

What if Arata beats Maydeath...who knows?