The cheers from the audience filled the entire North Stadium. The scene when Tugot, who was thought to have progressed to the round of 16 by luck, crushed Damon, the contestant many believed would be the winner, was a huge shock to the audience.

- Something u-u-unexpected had oc— I mean, no, there's been a ridiculous twist! Tugot, who was considered the lucky swordsman, was in fact, a skillful wizard! He is so talented that he was able to corner Damon, the flame wizard! The audience is filled with thrill and excitement!

Lee Shin left the field with loud cheering in the background. And the match schedule appeared on the screen.

[Tugot vs. Kalen]

Kalen was the Dark Wizard who was sent from the Black Star to get the Martyr. Lee Shin could figure this out from the information that May and Warrie had given him. Moreover, Lee Shin knew that there would be an ambush before the quarterfinals began.

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The West Stadium of Gret Ciel had only been used in the preliminary round and was now closed. Still, Lee Shin entered. He sat on the field, his eyes closed.

Clomp— Clomp!

It seemed as if there were other people around Lee Shin. The atmosphere got heavier and made Lee Shin feel uncomfortable.

"Were you waiting for us?” a rough voice asked.

There was a sense of confidence and calm in the low-pitched voice. When he heard the voice, Lee Shin opened his eyes. Before he even knew it, the Dark Wizards had gathered around him.

"You’re a little late," Lee Shin replied.

Lee Shin slowly stood up from his seat. Lee Shin’s...