Grey saw the worry in the faces of the Old man and the middle-aged man. They knew Flint was no match for Grey, but they never thought the battle against Grey would stimulate Flint to this extent. If he had just improved by a little, it would've been okay. But losing such a talent, at this level was going to be heartbreaking for the Old man, and also humans in general.
Grey could only shake his head as he muttered, "One person less wouldn't change the dynamic of the battle."
The thought of not defeating Flint was thrown away, there was no way he was going to let Flint win in such a manner. But he also felt it would be better if Flint was allowed to break through.
'Just stay on your own and you'll be good.' Grey was praying fervently for Flint not to try to make any moves on him. As long as Flint stayed on his own and completed his breakthrough, he would advance, even if Grey beats him.