He is the greatest

The nobles had gathered for the Coronation Ceremony, including the prominent families of Silva, Grey, Morgan, and Moretti. The pressure from their presence was palpable.

But... were we really going to hold the Elemental Awakening Ceremony in an empty field like this?

"Everyone, please be silent!" The participants of the ceremony fell quiet at the commanding voice of someone.

"First, let me introduce myself. I am Victor Grey from the Grey noble family. I want to explain something to you. You might be wondering why we're holding the Elemental Awakening Ceremony in such a remote place. It's because our King, Gabriel IX, wished for it to be held here. It's an honor for you common folk because the nobles and the King have set foot in your land."

How arrogant of him. Just because he's a noble doesn't mean he can speak so dismissively about our village. "Eizan clenched his fists, irritated by Victor's attitude."

"As you can see, this is just an empty field, but you needn't worry. Our A-rank mages will use their magic to construct a colosseum."

The participants were stunned. They had only known of Elements as their tools, and magic was supposed to be reserved for those who had refined their mana to B-rank and above. Those below that level could only use Elements.

"Begin, mages!" Victor's voice was authoritative.

The mages encircled the field, forming a wide circle. They raised their hands, and magical particles formed symbols that were indecipherable to ordinary people.

"What are they doing? Magic? I thought we could only use Elements in this world. It looks like I have a lot to learn," Eizan marveled at the phenomenon before him.

"Filuemmm!" The mages chanted in unison, and suddenly, a massive colosseum emerged in the center of the field.

The participants were awestruck, unable to speak. The colosseum surrounded them, placing them right in the middle of the venue.

The townspeople and nobles began entering the colosseum to start the Elemental Awakening Ceremony. The townspeople filled the stands to watch their children, while the nobles occupied their luxurious reserved seats.

Soon, someone appeared at the top of the colosseum, in a specially designated area where they could see the entire venue. It was none other than King Gabriel, the High King of the Human Kingdoms.

He was the most powerful among the four kings on the continent.

The atmosphere grew tense and eerie as King Gabriel entered, accompanied by a figure cloaked in formidable armor whose identity remained unknown.

Following King Gabriel's arrival, the White Mage made his entrance, appearing among the crowd of participants.

"It's been a long time since I've seen him, the White Mage!" Eizan was thrilled to see him again after two years. He was the one who had saved him from a monster attack.

"Hohoo... We meet again. I suppose I don't need to reintroduce myself. Hoho..." The White Mage stroked his long beard.

"Before I begin the ceremony, I apologize for speaking before receiving permission from King Gabriel. Hoho..." The White Mage looked toward the King.

"Hmph... Proceed with what you must," King Gabriel replied, leaning his head on his hand.

"Thank you, my King... Well then, it seems we will begin the ceremony..."

The White Mage snapped his fingers, and a large crystal appeared, noticeably larger than the one from two years ago.

"I'm a bit nervous, Eizan," Sophia said, holding Eizan's hand in her anxiety.

Wow... Sophia is holding my hand. What should I do? Should I hug her to help calm her nerves during the ceremony?

"Ahem... Hold my hand when you're nervous; it will make you feel better," Eizan said, feeling a bit awkward.

"Thank you, Eizan..." Sophia's face turned red, and she looked down.

"Sophia! You can do it!!" Alex and Elisia cheered her on, trying to bolster her confidence.

Yet, a nagging thought lingered in Eizan's mind... "Mother... Isn't she coming to the ceremony today?" Eizan looked around the audience seats, hoping to spot his mother, but she seemed unable to attend, perhaps due to her busy schedule.

It's alright... I just need to tell her about the results later.

Twenty minutes had passed, and 529 participants had completed the Coronation Ceremony. Many ended up with two Elements. The White Mage commented that this year's potential was more evenly distributed compared to previous years.

"So, will I obtain all the Elements and be the best among you all?" Eizan mused, feeling overly proud of himself.

"Eizan..." Sophia called softly.

"Yes, Sophia?"

"It seems it's my turn now." A woman's intuition rarely fails; Sophia felt that her name would be called, and indeed, the White Mage announced it.

"Please wish me the best..." Sophia murmured quietly.

"I'll always support and pray for you," Eizan said, smiling at her. Sophia returned his smile.

Sophia walked toward the crystal.

"Look, doesn't she look stunning?" someone remarked.

Yes, I need to ask her name after this ends...

These kids... I might need to teach them a lesson for trying to take Sophia away from me. "Eizan put on a fierce expression."

"Sophia Elara... Hohoo, your name sounds familiar. Have I forgotten it because I'm too old to remember? Hoho..." The White Mage stroked his beard.

"Wait... Have we met before?" Sophia asked.

"Hohoo... No, this is the first time I've met you, but your name seems familiar. Hoho..." The White Mage replied.

"If so... What should I do next?" Sophia asked for further instructions.

"Hohoo... Good question, beautiful girl. Just reach out your hand toward the crystal, and you will see which Elements surround you," the White Mage instructed.

Sophia followed the White Mage's guidance and extended her hand toward the crystal.

"Close your eyes and feel all the Elements in the world," the White Mage said.

Sophia closed her eyes and began to sense all the Elements in her mind. The crystal's color shifted into a rainbow-like blend, with bright particles swirling around it.

"Sophia... Who exactly are you?" Eizan wondered, sensing that Sophia was different from most people.

"Hoho... I suspected you had noble blood," the White Mage thought to himself.

Everyone fell silent as particles of brown, white, blue, and yellow formed from the crystal, slowly entering Sophia.

When Sophia opened her eyes again...

"Hohoo... It seems we have a great star this year."

The participants, townspeople, and even the nobles were astonished, unable to believe what they were seeing.

King Gabriel remained unfazed, as though nothing extraordinary had occurred.

"Congratulations, Sophia Elara... You have been chosen by all four Elements: Earth, Air, Water, and Lightning. I hope you will master them well. Hohoo..."

"W-What?!" The participants and townspeople gasped in shock at the White Mage's announcement.