Chương 17: Chapter 16: Into the Forest of Ruins

The day finally arrived. Hundreds of students gathered before the northern gates of Ayanor. Massive transport beasts waited outside. Armored instructors stood guard. The atmosphere was tense. Everyone knew the Forest Trial was dangerous. Every year students died. Every year families mourne d. Yet nobody backed down. Because rewards awaited inside. Ensure your favorite authors get the support they deserve. Read this novel on Royal Road. Ancient relics. Rare Astra techniques. Treasures from the First Age.

Opportunities worth risking death for. Rayan adjusted his sword. Nearby, Aeron glared at him. Ever since their duel, the noble had become obsessed. His pride had been shattered. And he wanted revenge. Siena stood nearby as well. Her calm golden eyes briefly met Rayan's. Neither spoke. Yet both nodded. The instructors climbed onto a platform.

"The Forest Trial will last thirty days." Silence fell.

"Inside the forest, you are responsible for your own survival." Several students swallowed nervously.

"Monsters will not spare you." The instructor's gaze hardened.

"Neither will other humans." The gates slowly opened. Beyond them stretched an endless sea of ancient trees. The Forest of Ruins. One of the most dangerous locations in the kingdom. The trial had begun. Inside the Hall of Origins. The Guardian watched silently. For the first time— He looked worried. To Be Continue....