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Chapter 329 Memories Slowly Surface
A few moments eariler.
As Kaldarix stepped onto the stage, the spotlight illuminated his presence, casting a golden halo around his long, flowing hair and accentuating the glint of his purple eyes. His golden armor shimmered in the light, exuding an air of regality and power.
As Kaldarix stepped onto the stage, whispers spread through the audience like wildfire.
"Is that... real gold armor?"
"I highly doubt it. He's just an adventurer, right? How could he afford something like that?"
"I don't know, but it's certainly impressive."
"If it's real gold, he must be incredibly wealthy."
"I heard rumors about him having rare treasures, and that's the major reason he was able to secure his spot. Maybe it's true."
"Well, whatever it is, he certainly knows how to make an entrance."
Meanwhile, Aric strode confidently onto the stage, his silver and black hair framing his face with an air of determination. His black eyes gleamed with resolve as he donned the special black and white uniform reserved for the top students of the academy. As his gaze briefly flickered towards Akun in the audience, a warm smile graced his lips before refocusing on Kaldarix.
Akun couldn't help but feel puzzled by Aric's actions, his brow furrowing in confusion as he muttered aloud, "What's up with him?" His eyes followed Aric's gaze back to Kaldarix, wondering about the connection between the two competitors.
Tatilia, seated beside Akun, noticed his peculiar expression and arched an eyebrow. "Something on your mind?" she inquired, her voice soft with concern.
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Akun shook his head slightly, offering her a reassuring smile. "No, it's nothing," he replied, though his eyes betrayed a hint of uncertainty.
Mages from the Mage Tower sat in the VIP section of the arena, watching Kaldarix cast his spell with fascination. They were amazed by how complex his magic was and whispered in awe as they saw golden swords emerge from magic circles.
"It's incredible," remarked Professor Eldrin, a tall, elderly mage with a beard flowing down to his waist, clearly impressed. "The detail in his spells is unmatched."
Beside him, Apprentice Lila, a young mage with vibrant blue robes and a curious expression, nodded in agreement. "It seems like he's casting multiple spells at once, each with its own purpose."
They exchanged intrigued looks. "Where do you think he learned such advanced magic?" wondered Apprentice Lila aloud. "And why didn't he become a full-fledged mage with skills like this?"
"I'm not sure," Professor Eldrin replied, stroking his long beard thoughtfully. Then, he pointed to some symbols on Kaldarix's magic circle. "But look at these runes. They bear a striking resemblance to the ones I've been studying in my study. The art of rune craft is something I've been researching for years, but I've yet to make a breakthrough."
Apprentice Lila's eyes widened with interest as she examined the symbols. "You're right, Professor. They do look similar."
The professor nodded. "Whoever this man is, I'd like to have a talk with him after his match."
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With his swords glowing behind him, Kaldarix flicked his wrist, sending the swords flying at Aric.
Aric stood his ground, focusing on the incoming attack. He shifted his weight, preparing to block. With a quick movement, he intercepted the first sword with his own.
The clash echoed in the arena as Aric swiftly deflected the next sword with his left hand. Sparks flew with each impact, lighting up the arena.
The speed of Kaldarix's attacks began to increase to a point Aric's counters as he moved his body bagen to blur, Aric's movements were fluid and coordinated as he countered Kaldarix's onslaught. He remained calm and composed, despite the intense exchange.
The audience watched in amazement as Aric skillfully neutralized the barrage of swords. With each deflection, the swords fell to the ground, their glow fading.
As the last sword dropped, Aric stood confidently, ready for whatever came next.