章 76: The tournament (4)

Whispers spread through the crowd like wildfire, with a few spectators shuffling away, discomfort clear in their movements. Today, they saw part of Erik Romano that they had never seen before.

His approach to combat showed not just ruthlessness but a cruel edge towards his opponent. Word about his victory over Rocco Johnston spread among those who hadn't seen it, and that made many people worry.

Those who had previously abused Erik started fearing him. They knew how capable Rocco really was compared to them, and if Erik easily won against him, then they feared he would make them pay for what they did to him.

Erik walked across the school campus, feeling happy and proud. He wasn't thinking about what others were saying about him; he was just excited about winning his first match.

With this win, he was now closer to his goal: he only needed three more victories to earn a place in the Red Palace.