That Terrifying Man

As the two friends chatted away, time seemed to fly by. Once the last student had finally awakened their Psychic Incarnation, Spears stood up, ready to take charge.

"Alright, everyone, get ready for the competition," he announced, stepping into his role as the referee.

Before the competition began, Arix thought they'd be drawing lots to set the order for the matches. But instead, Spears just started rattling off names.

"Varden, Zephyr, Cirilla, Elio, Arix, Drexel, Marceau… step forward." Spears called out the names of five heirs along with Arix.

The others were the top military students, each with a Psychic Incarnation, handpicked by Spears.

Arix, caught off guard, glanced at the others. Though a bit puzzled, he stepped up with them, joining the front row.

Spears quickly checked the Psychic Incarnations they held. After confirming something, he made an announcement: "You ten will each defend a ring."