Just as everyone waited for Ignar Dragovic to unleash his power, Ignar Dragovic finally opened his mouth. His voice was low, hoarse, and carried a bitter weight that made the words sound like a blade dragged across stone.
"I admit defeat."
The moment those words rang out, the entire arena froze.
For a heartbeat, it was as if time had stopped. Then, an uproar erupted like thunder.
"What?! He surrendered?"
"Ignar Dragovic admitted defeat without fighting?"
"Is this a joke? This is the finals!"
Countless people stared at Ignar Dragovic in disbelief, their eyes filled with shock and confusion. Among Spirit Warriors, surrendering without battle was not just losing; it was humiliation. It was the kind of stain that could follow a person for life.
Even Zora's expression changed slightly.
She did not feel joy.
She only felt coldness.
Because she could see it clearly: Ignar Dragovic's surrender was not cowardice.
It was coercion.
