CH 21

The day of the martial arts tournament.

The school was crowded with people.

As expected of Sanzar Academy, the largest school in the country.

It has a lot of power to attract people.

The martial arts tournament was held for three days, and during that time, there would be many spectators.

The elementary school had the first and second rounds on the first day, and the finals on the second day.

It seemed to act as an opening for the middle and high school divisions tournament.

The games were held on a circular stage like the Colosseum.

This was the school’s largest arena, with a capacity of about 30,000 people.

As a participant, I stood on the actual stage and listened to the representatives take their oaths.

And when the oath was over,

“And so, the 52nd annual Sanzar Academy Martial Arts Tournament begins!”

At the same time as the headmaster’s declaration, magic was shot into the sky from all over the venue.

The magic exploded in the sky, emitting a colorful glow.

They looked like fireworks.

That was how the martial arts tournament began.

After the opening ceremony, I waited in the waiting room with Berg and Natalie.

We were the first to compete in the elementary division. Our opponent was a third-year senior competing in his second match.

“Freshmen rarely win, so let’s go for it.”

When I said that, Natalie countered.

“What are you talking about? There’s no way we’ll win anything but the championship.”

“You’re right,……. We will win.”

Even Berg agreed with Natalie’s statement.

“Since the beginning of the tournament, there have only been a handful of times when a first year has won. How can it be that easy?”

It was not uncommon for those with exceptional talent to beat the upperclassmen.

However, because it was a team game, it was not possible for a single genius to win.

“But we can win.”

Berg seemed to be convinced.

“How can you be so sure?

‘The current seniors are not that strong. I’ve heard that the …… student body president is strong, but the others aren’t as strong as you might think.

“Yes, Owen. What are you afraid of? It’s all right. We’re strong.”

That’s what I had been told. ……

The only people I had ever fought were Katherina-sensei and Dominic.

As one could speculate, ……. I had no one to refer to.

“Also, why am I the captain?”

When the time came to decide who was going to be the spearhead, middleweight and general, Berg and Natalie were the first to make me the general. I’m not a …… general.

It was not cool to have a good game in the spearhead and middle and lose in the general.

“Because Owen is the best.”

“I figured you could handle the general.”

By the way, Berg was the spearhead and Natalie was the middle.

I was not much of a …… leader material, if that’s what you mean.

“What are you talking about? A kid who can use flight magic at the age of 10 is not a big deal? If you say so, then everyone in the world is not a big deal. You should have more confidence in yourself.”

I was average until I used the cheat of knowledge from my previous life. In truth, I was not even close to Katherina-sensei when it came to magic control.

And gravity magic was not very useful in battle. The only magic you can use in a fight was fire magic and earth magic.

I was not sure if I was going to be able to win the tournament, but I was sure that I would do anything to win.

“Well, I’ll do my best.”

“Yes, you’re right. Let’s give it all we’ve got.”

Berg smiled, his white teeth peeking out as he said this.

Why was this guy so sparkling?

Was it because he’s a prince?

If I stripped off Berg’s skin, I could make glittering powder out of it.

I tried to imagine it for a moment, but it was grotesque and disgusting.

“Now then, first-year team, please get ready.”

The attendant led us to the venue.

When we arrived at the front of the venue, we could feel the excitement of the stage.

“So, spearhead, please.”

“Good luck, Berg.”

“I’m going to win.”

With that, Berg walked out onto the stage.

As soon as Berg appeared on stage, the crowd got even more loud.

Although it was mainly screams of excitement.

Berg is a popular guy, isn’t he? …… He is a prince with a good face and the right skills. It’s no wonder he’s so popular.

I, on the other hand, was the son of a …… vicious lord. Well, I didn’t care about that!

“And so the first game begins!”

At the same time as the voice of the live commentator echoed through the magic tools, Berg began to move.