“Are you certain?” Aurelia questioned. “I won’t allow you to choose something else if you aren’t happy with the result.”
Zeke shook his head. His mind was made up. “I am certain, lady Thorsten. I pick Chance.”
Aurelia smiled. “I had hoped you would do that if I’m b...
2023-08-16 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View PostZeke woke up with a start. Where was he and how had he gotten here? This was not his bed. This was not his room. And those were not his clothes.
“Calm,” A gentle voice said.
In the next moment, Zeke felt his entire body soften. He sunk back into the mattress, completely relaxed. H...
2023-08-14 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View Post“Both contestants, get ready,” Aurelia commanded.
Across from him, Celine merely crossed her arms as the Thunderclaw emerged from nowhere. Zeke wearily eyed the creature. Its head reached up to its chest and it was several steps long. His eyes fell on the sharp claws and vicious fangs o...
2023-08-11 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View PostA murmur swept through the crowd while Zeke considered how to deal with this sudden misfortune. To his further dismay, Mordred’s suggestion seemed very popular among the other guests. As a figure of public interest, it was only natural that people wanted to know more about him.
Zeke grima...
2023-08-09 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View PostAurelia smiled warmly, a real smile, an expression Zeke had not seen once while talking to her earlier. From this gesture alone, it was clear that the woman doted on her niece quite a bit.
Zeke used this chance to scan the girl with his [Analyse] spell.
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Zeke remained rooted in place as more and more people streamed into the hall. For a long time, he absentmindedly watched the different groups mingle and interact as they spilled out across the different seating tears.
Why had he turned the offer down like that? He could have at least told t...
2023-08-04 13:15:00 +0000 UTC View PostZeke cleared his throat. He couldn’t delay any longer. The only chance he had left was to avoid answering directly.
“I have many objectives here today,” he began haltingly, “and one of them is undoubtedly to observe the Ritual and learn as much about it as I possibly can. However, m...
2023-08-02 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View PostThe very moment his eyes blinked open, Zeke was wide awake. His entire body brimmed with energy as he went through his morning routine to get ready. Today, he would finally get to do something he had been looking forward to.
Ever since Maximilian had mentioned the Grand Rituals, he had been...
2023-07-31 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View Post“It’s about time we begin,” Zeke announced. “Don’t worry, this is not gonna take very long, and I don’t need you to do anything either — just sit tight for a while.”
Without any further words, Zeke entered his new and improved puppet mode. Instead of completely leaving his b...
2023-07-28 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View PostAfter hours of being as still as a statue, Zeke's lashes fluttered. Shortly after, his eyes opened. With his blurry vision, he slowly began to be able to make out the figure in front of him. For the past hours, the woman had sat in a chair across from him.
Zeke smiled brightly. The gesture ...
2023-07-26 13:15:02 +0000 UTC View Post“Before I start with our first subject, I want you all to promise me something. Please try and keep an open mind,” Zeke said. “What I’m about to say next will probably sound disappointing at first. But if you give it a chance, I am sure you’ll see eye to eye with me soon.”
One a...
2023-07-24 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View PostZeke had to pause his research, as today was the day of his second lecture. But not even this interruption managed to dampen his spirit. The discovery he had just made was far too promising. The smile stayed fixed on his face as he made his way to the shower room.
Ever since first experienc...
2023-07-21 13:15:01 +0000 UTC View Post“Are you ready to talk now, Dragon?”
There was no response.
“What do you even want?”
Again, nothing.
“Are you still trying to take over my body?’”
“…”
Even after waiting for several minutes, nothing but silence answered him. However, Zeke wa...
2023-07-19 13:16:00 +0000 UTC View PostZeke sat in his study, staring down at the box before him. This was the present Tristan had given him. Even with his spacial awareness, he could not tell what was inside. There must have been a Mana-repellent layer somewhere in that container.
The thought made Zeke’s imagination soar. If ...
2023-07-17 20:17:30 +0000 UTC View PostWhen Ezekiel returned to the front of the manor, night had already fallen. Despite the hour, the training field was still as lively as it had been when he had left.
A bevy of braziers kept the area well-lit and there were several duels being held. Zeke was certain that he would find Leo amo...
2023-07-16 17:10:57 +0000 UTC View PostAfter the Druid left, Zeke remained standing in place, his Heart pounding relentlessly. Never before had it acted like this. The overwhelming sensation of his racing blood consumed him, and he felt a wave of agitation wash over him.
He closed his eyes and took a deep breath, attempting to c...
2023-07-15 13:59:53 +0000 UTC View PostZeke’s brows furrowed. What was he even supposed to say to something like this? Undeterred by his silence, the druid leaned over. His nose twitched like that of an animal as he took in Zeke’s scent.
“Strange… truly strange,” he muttered. “My nose is warning me of danger but my o...
2023-07-13 21:10:57 +0000 UTC View PostZeke tried to hide his reaction but was inwardly astounded by the way the stranger had addressed Tristan. Presumably, there weren’t many people who dared address the Bloodsword patriarch in such a way.
He studied the small gathering. Three people sat around a table. Each with a giant mug ...
2023-07-12 11:55:07 +0000 UTC View PostThe surroundings had gone quiet, making the situation somewhat awkward for Zeke. He was still standing in midair, a whip hanging from each hand and a gaping wound in his side. Without quite knowing what to do, he just remained in that same position.
Mordred, for his part, had forsaken his s...
2023-07-10 12:24:55 +0000 UTC View PostLeo’s body was primed. Akin to a coiled spring, every fiber was strained to the max. A deadly predator, ready to pounce. Mordred, on the other hand, was still in a relaxed position. However, his gaze was just as sharp as Leo’s.
Without any further words, Leo attacked. Once again, the ea...
2023-07-08 01:24:33 +0000 UTC View PostLeo returned to his starting location, eagerly looking around. Zeke knew this gaze; he was waiting for the next challenge. Somehow, he had completely forgotten about the cut on his left forearm.
Vanessa walked over. She grabbed his arm, inspecting the injury. Leo let her do as she pleased a...
2023-07-05 20:38:52 +0000 UTC View PostZeke couldn’t see Leo's face, but he noticed that after his shout, the blonde speck in the distance paused. There was a moment of stillness before a squeak was heard. Then, out of nowhere, the shaggy blonde mane raced directly toward him.
Moments later, Leo emerged from the crowd, a disgr...
2023-07-04 19:51:19 +0000 UTC View PostZeke clenched his jaw. The laughter of the crowd sounded like nails on a chalkboard. It didn’t matter if there was any ill intent behind it or not. The situation reminded him too much of the first-year students at the Elementium. He would rather leave this place than allow Maya to experience th...
2023-07-02 17:18:29 +0000 UTC View Post“Urgh! Do I really have to wear this?”
Zeke rolled his eyes. He had heard the very same question countless times over the last hour. Leo could act like a crazed beast in one moment and then like a petulant child in the next. “One more time, yes. You can’t show up to an official meet...
2023-07-01 09:40:02 +0000 UTC View Post“Wait… you’re the teacher?” Leo exclaimed.
From the reaction of the others, it was immediately clear that Leo wasn’t the only one surprised by this. More than one face contorted into a frown. Even so, nobody could easily speak up.
“This isn’t some prank, is it, young lor...
2023-06-29 20:01:33 +0000 UTC View PostZeke and Leo were making their way along the meandering path through the estate’s garden. They had just finished their early morning spar. Over the last couple of days, they had gotten back into the habit of competing. For Zeke, there was nothing that motivated him quite as much as to see how f...
2023-06-28 18:42:39 +0000 UTC View PostZeke stared at the man in front of him. So far, everything had gone according to plan. Even Lara had unknowingly become an accomplice. Countless hours of research and analysis had gone into the preparation for this meeting.
With as much confidence as he could muster, he made the suggestion....
2023-06-23 21:43:55 +0000 UTC View PostLara cracked open one eye and lazily glanced in his direction. A smile slowly spread across her face as she looked him up and down.
“Albert?” she asked. “What are you doing here?”
Albert didn’t respond, still too shocked by the scene in front of him. Before he could get his ...
2023-06-21 21:25:00 +0000 UTC View PostAlbert felt drained. He had unfortunately been forced to get used to this condition over the past year. Once again, he found himself in his horseless carriage, being chauffeured to another appointment. Ever since the threat of the invasion became known, he had not been able to relax — rushing f...
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