However, his expression soon became serious once more.
"There's another thing you must remember, and this matter is even more important."
Lana listened carefully.
"These competitions may appear fair on the surface, but once things spiral out of control, many factions secretly resort to dirty methods."
A cold glint flickered across his eyes.
"Assassinations, sabotage, poisoning, mental attacks… none of those things are uncommon."
Axel's expression instantly darkened.
However, Principal Troy immediately continued.
"But you don't need to worry too much. I've already spoken with the Mystic Cultivation Association. They will provide additional protection for you during your stay there."
Lana was genuinely stunned upon hearing that.
Then Principal Troy suddenly leaned back against his chair before speaking in a calm voice again.
"If you manage to enter the top twenty rankings, I will personally reward you with ten billion dollars."
