Break

Liam's gaze narrowed. 

Perhaps he was being superstitious, but he couldn't help but feel uneasy for some reason.

It definitely wasn't from the fight. Liam had complete confidence in his new abilities. 

Perhaps the age difference gave Rishe a slight advantage, but that didn't matter too much. 

Even the dual elements didn't bother him.

Nonetheless, the feelings lingered.

'It's just paranoia. Too many eyes fixed on me.'

Although the situation was the same when he fought in the Regional Power Tournament, back then, he wore a mask. 

'So that's what it is. Being seen by so many people at once.'

"Everyone make way!" Headmaster Reye shouted with a frown, instantly making the students disperse and create space. 

Putting those thoughts in the back of his head, Liam approached the center of the field, alongside Rishe and the Headmaster himself.

"Rooting for ya," Nord said from the back. Rin gestured the same.