There are 30 1 Star, 67 2 Star, 3 3 Star students in our class.
Namely Frederick, Charles and Rose.
3 Star at age of 16 before entering the academy is quite rare.
To make up the uneven number it was decided that the winner among the 1 star will fight in the 2 Star round and the winner among the 2 Star will fight with 3 Star.
From infirmary to combat hall 1 hour has already passed from the time Lucas went.
After Lucas left, he was declared the winner but as he was injured it was decided that he will forfeit.
Lucas considered this as his good luck. To fight in the final, he has to pull some of his cards to win.
Somehow if he manages to win, more trouble will come to find him.
Getting injured drew some of his attention away from what he got previously due to winning. With the final event coming everyone has already forgotten about him.
The 2 Star matches were over by the time I returned.
"Now at the main event, we will be having."
A boy commented like those in shows.
Charles Vs Rose.
Frederick vs Josh.
Frederick won easily.
The match ended as soon as it started.
Rose shots arrow at high speed. Charles using his sword deflected two and ducked the third.
Charles has the skill to back up his trashy behaviour.
Not giving up she triggered 4 arrows at a time.
This time Charles was in pinch. One of the arrows flew scratching his skin on the shoulder.
Gaining the momentum Rose wanted to give a final blow. Charles using his bloodline of earth power made earth Shield within one hand to defend, he threw the sword at Rose at the other.
Rose dogged the sword but saw Charles closing the distance. She stretched her leg to get in position to shoot but Charles with his earth ability locked her legs at the position.
Charles closing the distance swung the earth shield at Rose. Unable to get out she used her bow to defend.
Crack...
The bow broke and Rose flew out of the stadium.
Blood gushed from her mouth staining her lips.
She was thrown out of the arena mercilessly in the direction where Fredrick and some other students were standing. Seeing Rose blasted in their direction they subconsciously dodged.
Frederick made his way through the crowd catching her in the mid-air preventing her from crashing the wall.
I seriously missed popcorn. Hero catching heroine who will not be interested to watch this kind of scene.
A scene like this happening live in front of you was an experience out of the world. It was also the moment where Rose slowly started having feelings for Frederick.
Frederick carrying Rose in princess carry position took to the side.
Taking her to the side he released Rose.
Turning back, his eyes locked with Charles which looked like, a spark started to flow as Frederick released killing intent for the second.
Yes, he lost control of his emotion for a second.
The referee will stop the match the moment he found killing intent among them.
Breathing slowly he relaxed his nerves.
"Charles you surely are bastard using bloodline ability in the friendly match"Fredrick spoke with an annoying tone.
"Why can't I use bloodline ability. I am not a loser like her who cannot use bloodline ability".Charles replied with a smug smile.
Rose shook her head biting her lips. She knew she was still unable to use bloodline ability freely like Charles.
It's not that bloodline ability difficult to use, it just takes time to fully manifest.
Most of the people having diamond bloodlines awakened their bloodline at 17-18.
Those who awaken it's faster has more time to master it.
Charles has unlocked before entering the academy.
Rose has wind abilities in her bloodline.
The manipulating wind can change the direction of the arrows in the novel.
Lucas sneered at Charles words "He honestly thinks the world revolves around him".
'One day I will wipe that smug smile from his face if Fredrick doesn't.' I spoke to myself.
Without saying anything Frederick entered the arena.
Both of them released their aura at the same time.
A gust of wind started to flow throughout the room.
Frederick pointed his spear towards Charles.
"Begin".
As an arrow is unloaded, both of them disappeared appearing in the middle.
Clang... Clang.
They moved to leave after images.
Most of the students were shocked to see how strong they are.
For most of the students, it was even difficult to track their movement.
Even I was surprised by their battle prowess.
" I lag too much. They are too far ahead from me in terms of strength".Lucas said clenching his fist.
Unknowing of the reaction they were getting, they carried on their fight.
Frederick fluid spear movement with long reach was getting more and more difficult for Charles to handle.
Deflecting his blade he hit him hard on his face with the lower end of the spear.
Bang...
Charles made an earth shield similar to his fight with Rose.
Frederick anticipating this, coated his spear with mana. After taking out his left feet holding high his spear with a nice and beautiful swing released it towards Charles.
Frederick activated his bloodline ability. Mana started to flow frantically around him.
Frederick bloodline allows him to warp time for a certain interval around him. Within his domain, the flow time will be slowed.
Frederick in the early stages can slow down time within 3m around him.
The ability is one of the strongest abilities in the novel. In the case of a life and death fight, you can escape death and buy some time.
Time warps take a great toll on his body with high usage of mana the flow of time can be altered.
The stronger you are the greater the distance you can alter time.
In slow time Charles was caught bare faced with the full might of the spear it blasted him mercilessly.
Charles has blasted away from the ground with his clothes in tatters. The hit was too much for him to endure making him unconscious.
He sure has received heavy damage, maybe one of his internal organs has collapsed.
A bastard like him surely deserves it.
Huff... Huff
Everyone was astonished by the sudden outburst.
Frederick condition was far from good. The last move took quite a toll on him. His face was quite pale with blood around his lips.
Unless there is a life-death situation or you have reached 5 stars this move shouldn't be used carelessly.
He was about to drop any moment. Staggering he exited the arena. He was walking like he was about to fall but Rose gave him a shoulder with an enchanting smile.
This was the moment the two started to feel something for each other. Still, it will take some time for them to get together as there are also other girls waiting for him.
Lucas at the side was biting his lips seeing the romantic scene.
The protagonist sure has a hell of luck. The reason why they were able to easily steal girls' hearts was, they always stand for them where they have no one to rely on.
This is trickery pure trickery.
The smoke of jealousy can be spotted over Lucas's head if one sees him in his state.
'Let's leave him. He has the power and right to enjoy the fruit of love. An extra like me has no right in this world.'
'Just to take a step in this world I have to plan as if I am an army commander charged with the front war.'Lucas muttered.
Lucas cast a final glance at the pair then turned around to leave the room before anyone can notice.
Frederick mind was on fire with Rose sudden move. He has never been so nervous even he fought the stronger enemies.
His heart was beating fast as if it would come out of his body any second. After his mother this first close contact with any lady.
Rose is not just any lady though.
All kinds of weird thoughts were on his mind. He rolled his eyes to see Rose face which looked neutral but one can see her ears have become red if noticed carefully.
Cough
"I can take it from here."
" No, you don't look well, let me support you. Don't have weird thoughts I am just repaying your favour."Rose replied with a neutral tone but her face was saying something else.
He took out his hand thanking her and ran away with a red face.
"Wait."Rose shouted but Frederick didn't turn back.
Twitching her lips for a second she thought"It was awkward even for me. Do you have to run away like this".
Rose wanted to learn more about Frederick. She didn't know she was interested in him purely as a person or a prospective partner.
Rose blushed thinking about it.
Click.
Frederick entered his room he directly went to bed.
Frederick thought about the things that had gone today.
Lucas was injured.
The fight was Charles ended up with Charles in tatters.
Thinking about his moment with Rose, his heart started beating again.
"Why am I feeling uneasy."
" It must be because I used too much strength. Yes that must be the reason."
Charles not gonna sit back. He will surely strike back.. I have to prepare myself for any possible dangers.
