548 Chapter 548

There was no applause from the audience after the announcement of the winner. The reason lay in the humiliation that the citizens of Rosarrio felt along with the defeat of Elsa. Many felt sympathy and pity for the beautiful girl.

«Lady Valkyrie defeated Elsa, leaving her no chance… How monstrous are the geniuses of Saturn?» … «Yes, but if she is so strong, why not finish everything quickly, as Dick did with his opponents? Why did she mock her?» – people whispered, condemning Valkyrie's methods.

Felix coughed dryly and explained: «Please don't misunderstand my disciple. She simply saw the potential in the opponent and gave her a chance to prove herself. After all, you all came here for an interesting performance, not for the instant victories of the participants, right?»

Those present nodded tentatively in agreement with the archmaster.

Meanwhile, Stein received the empress' mental order and descended into the arena. The long-haired, stocky blond seemed extremely tense.