The world was shocked at the level of power displayed. Luke's move made some people nervous, while others were hopeful. The human empire rejoiced at their new warrior, while their enemy made plans to kill him early. "That is a minimum of a low master Rank power, " the commenter said as sweat dripped from his head. A low master's rank at the age of 16 has never been heard of before. If someone has told any mage this, they would laugh at you.
"No, He is not at the power of a low master," A woman said as she looked at the hologram TV showing Luke's display of power in repeat. The commenter initially angry turned his head and sucked a deep breath as he quickly stood up and kneeled before the women.
"Principal Madam." He said in a tone full of devotion, as he then said respectfully, "May I ask what rank he is then?"
"He is a Mid-Adept rank, the power itself is from his affinity and skill. Not surprising since he does have an SSS–rank skill and tier 9 affinity, one that is particularly rare too." Madam said. As she rested her chin on her hand and thought, 'Maybe he is the one?'
The commenter quickly fixed his mistake without fail, while also not revealing the identity of the principal since she likes to stay hidden. "Also, announce that the top 3 will be meeting me in my office and can request any 3 things as long as it is not too greedy or ambitious." She said before disappearing into smoke, her face was covered the entire time, as no one knew her face except the professors.
Meanwhile, the professors themselves were arguing about how to become the main tutor of Luke. However, they all quietened down when the principal arrived back, and one of them, fat and chubby with expensive jewelry and clothes, said, "That lad is going to make it big in the world, already beating me in business without even taking my course."
A professor who was buff and total gigachad said, "That is exactly why he should learn something he doesn't already know, like swordsmanship? Everyone can have talents, but one must train others to truly become the greatest."
"I must say I am also interested in him, maybe he can go big with the art of seduction. I mean, look at his movies, they reek of love and challenging the norm," A woman with pink hair, demon horns, and red lips said. Before all of them could argue some more, the principal said
"Enough, stop acting like children and focus on the students."
Everyone just nodded and looked on at the screen as their faces were completely covered in shadows; no one was able to see any of them, but they just got a general outline. Meanwhile, Luke was just chilling on his throne since there was nearly no challenge until his eyes perked up as he looked at something approaching his position fast. In a flash of golden fire, Claudia stepped out and said, "Wow, you are selling the I am strongest vibe."
"Isn't that obvious already? I am the future strongest in the world," Luke said as a smile appeared on his face, 'She used to be annoying and entitled, which, given how she was raised, I completely understood. Now she has grown on me too much,' He thought, of course he wouldn't ever say them out loud even if she were crying about it. Behind her, in another 2 blurs, also followed shortly after arriving at the same time, they were the Lionheart twins.
Luke looked at them; he hadn't noticed them, but they were above average when it came to looks and strength. They both were in skin-tight suits, Issac was wearing a blue suit while Lilly was wearing a red suit. Their hair was the signature white of the lionheart family, blue eyes probably from their mother, and quite the arrogance in their faces. Both of them had their hair reaching their shoulders and no further, on top of having a very serious look on their faces, like it was stuck in an eternal frown.
"The lionhearts, huh? You have already allied with them. I thought they would support their brother." Luke commented, noticing the frown on their faces when he mentioned their brother.
"He is no brother of mine, not after he left the family," Issac said, to which Lilly nodded, Luke blinked, and said, looking at Claudia.
"He wants to make you the first human empress," to which she shrugged. Luke then started to make small talk with Claudia, making her a throne opposite him with pure energy just as magnificent as his. They looked like a couple on a picnic; however, this movement was disturbed by Isaac as he said
"I challenge you to a duel."
The outside world was shocked that Kalab was breaking his ties with one of the great 4 families, although he still has the church. Why would you break off ties with a power equal to that of the church? It's like saying I have one arm, so why should I keep the other and break it off? Now, another lionheart challenged Wayne. Wayne and Lionheart were rivals long before the first human emperor was here; even he couldn't bring complete peace between them.
Now, Lionheart and Wayne finally joined hands, but they were immediately fighting again. The world waited for the response of Luke. Damion didn't care as he is only here for the appearance, and Lionheart patriarch Crowley was unusually proud, as he looked towards Damion and said, "It seems that my child has more warrior blood than yours. He should just stick to the business side of deals. Just because you have an SSS rank doesn't mean that you should go into fighting."
Damion just ignored him; in fact, people around him wondered if he was still awake or sleeping with his eyes open. Meanwhile, Luke was thinking of something as he said, "What would I gain from defeating you?"
"Arrogant," Lilly remarked as Isaac continued after
"You are arrogant for just a SSS rank skill holder, there are people who have more affinity and skills than you."
"That is what you think, not everything you see is real, and not everything you don't see isn't. The world is filled with shades of gray, so it is better not to underestimate one, especially when they are stronger than you," Luke said, hinting at something he was hiding, which was his power. Over the years, he has done everything he needed to gain more spins. That alone is enough for him to fight these kids, but he wanted more.