Chapter 2050 Siblings

Chapter 2050 Siblings

[Application received - 36]

Four days remain until the finalization of hall acolytes,

Despite the hall's increased popularity, there was a noticeable absence of new applicants seeking to join their ranks. The only additions to the hall's roster were the two acolytes who had returned with Emery from the Zodiac Outpost the previous day—siblings of an insectoid lineage.

Asahaka diligently conducted lessons for the other students, his voice resonating within the hall as he imparted knowledge and guidance. Meanwhile, on the opposite side of the hall, Emery observed as Dillion engaged the two new students in a practice spar. Damo, seated on the sidelines, meticulously recorded notes.

The younger sister, Bellana, was a 15-year-old possessing a mythical worm bloodline. Proficient in manipulating the elements of ice and earth. She was currently a rank 7 acolyte with an aptitude score of A, 88%.

The older brother, Blaine, aged 17, was a mythical Ant bloodline. Proficient in manipulating fire and earth elements, he had achieved an impressive rank of 9 with an aptitude score of A, 82%.

In the midst of the sparring session with Dillion, the stark contrast between the siblings' combat abilities became increasingly evident.

Bellana, employing her proficiency in ice manipulation, launched a barrage of thin ice needles and sharp strings from a distance. However, her attacks lacked the finesse and precision required to overcome Dillion's defenses. Within a few moves, she found herself overwhelmed by Dillion's swift counterattacks, ultimately conceding defeat.

On the other hand, Blaine showcased remarkable resilience and skill in hand-to-hand combat. Despite facing off against Dillion, a top 100 acolyte, he remained steadfast, enduring their onslaught for over a hundred moves without faltering.

"What about weapons? Have you mastered any weapons?" Dillion inquired, a glint of anticipation in his eyes as he readied his enormous weapon—a ruler-type sword known for its reliance on weight rather than sharpness.

Blaine's response was not verbal; instead, he unleashed his transformation, enveloping his body in a shimmering crimson armor. With a determined expression, he raised both armor-plated arms in preparation for the next round of combat.

With an excited grin, Dillion swung his massive sword in a vertical arc, aiming for Blaine with calculated precision. Yet, Blaine remained unfazed, executing a perfect evasion maneuver that allowed him to sidestep the impending blow and retaliate with a swift punch.

The sheer size and weight of Dillion's sword made it seem impossible to parry, but to everyone's astonishment, Dillion had no intention of evading or deflecting. Instead, he met Blaine's punch head-on, using his own forehead as a makeshift shield.

With a resounding crash, Dillion's sword struck the earth with devastating force, creating a tremor that broke the ground apart. Blaine, caught off guard by the sudden upheaval, lost his footing and found himself unable to properly dodge the incoming strike. As the weight of Dillion's sword bore down upon him, Blaine was defeated, forced to yield beneath its crushing weight.

"You are very strong, Blaine. Good fight," Dillion remarked, his tone sincere and respectful.

Despite the praise, Blaine remained silent, his expression a mask of concealed irritation. Emery, observing the exchange, wasn't surprised by the young ant's reaction. He had observed Blaine's efforts to hide his disappointment ever since he and his sister were assigned to Emery's class the day before. It was clear that the siblings had been deliberately placed in the lowest-rank hall for a reason, and Emery was determined to uncover the truth behind their assignment.

Both recruits showed remarkable talent during the bout. While the sister lacked close combat experience, her mastery of ice spells was impressive. Emery couldn't help but hope that Klea would be able to glean valuable insights from her abilities upon her return.

However, what truly astonished Emery was Dillion's prowess. The young man fought with a ferocity that could only be honed through grueling life-and-death battles. Yet, it wasn't just his current abilities that impressed Emery—it was his untapped potential.

Emery urged the young man to continue utilizing his special sword technique, the "[Magnitude Slash]." This technique, blending earth and darkness proficiencies, was Dillion's family legacy that was refined by his old master. As Dillion executed the technique repeatedly, Emery observed with keen interest.

However, amidst the flurry of slashes and strikes, Emery confirms his suspicion as he hints the potential for gravity-

based attacks within Dillion's strikes. The realization struck Emery profoundly.

Seeing Dillion's character and potential, Emery couldn't help but reminisce about one of his most grueling battles against the Khaos Champion, Ezekiel. With dedication and guidance, Emery believed that Dillion had the potential to ascend to the top ranks of the academy.

However, as Emery attempted to provide guidance to Blaine about his techniques, he was met with clear resistance. The young man seemed unwilling to heed Emery's advice, displaying a level of frustration that led him to abruptly leave the training yard. Concerned for her brother, Bellana apologizes for her brother's attitude and expresses her worries.

Amidst this tension, a commotion erupted from the other side of the yard, drawing Emery's attention. As he came to investigate, he was taken aback to find several of his other acolytes openly voicing complaints about Asahaka's teaching.

The discontent among the acolytes escalated to the point where some of them decided to withdraw their applications altogether, causing a significant drop in the number of applicants for Emery's hall.

[Application acquired - 30]

"What happened?"