Unlike last year, the invitation for the game was not only extended to the known genius, Klea, but also to Emery, who had demonstrated superior performance.
Other than Anas, there were also a few other elite class acolytes who came to invite him to their teams. Gerri was one of them.
"Just tell me if you would like me to join the team, I know there are five of you already, so I am cool with any decision you make… Just find me if you need someone."
Gerri approaching them was much appreciated by the other acolytes, considering how strong he was. However, the rules of the games stated:
[10 slots for each team]
At first, Emery thought there would be room for Gerri. However, his hopes were dashed when he saw there was added information right underneath.
[Regular class acolyte : 1 slot]
[Elite class acolyte : 2 slots]
[Privileged class acolyte : 3 slots]
This meant only a team that was formed with all regular acolytes could have 10 members in a team, for full elite teams, however, it could only be formed by 5 acolytes.
The privileged class took 3 slots, and that explained why the privileged class would be looking for an elite or regular to join their team.
Anas was offering a combination that would include Kaleos genius, who was currently at the privileged class and with it, the pool of resources that would inevitably come from having the help of such a wealthy, well-known family at their disposal.
"Having the best team is crucial for this time. Think about it, we have 6 days till the game to decide our team compositions, however, we require you to confirm your participation by tomorrow." Anas said, still trying to convince Klea to join them
As Anas left, Thrax once again cursed, still enraged about the offer.
"Huh! That guy has been a pain in the ass since day one!"
Chumo looked toward the others and said with a smile,
"There is nothing to consider, right? The Earth team stays together!"
Of course, Emery himself had zero interest in joining the Kaleos team, despite the amount of resources they would offer. However, when he glanced at Klea, the girl returned his gaze with one full of hidden meaning and said.
"The Kaleos have been helping me a lot last year, so it is not nice to directly reject their offer… Besides, it's always good for a girl to have more… options."
Klea said the last word with a meaningful pause and a glance toward Emery, the combination of which bothered Emery much more than he thought.
Thrax was quick to realize the meaning of the gaze and said without any trace of hesitation.
"Whatever the matter is with you two!? Just get a room and solve it, darn it! Whatever happens, be it sex or no sex, we should stick together!"
The Thracian's words made Julian, who has been calm so far, decide to speak up.
"If the girl needs some time to think, just let her be, alright…!?" Julian glanced towards Emery before he added. "I also think it would be a good idea for us to think about our allies. We need all the help we can get… especially with our current situation with the Nephilims… we really must look at the bigger picture here…"
"Which bigger picture!? Romans' vision of the future?"
Tharx's retort finally annoyed the roman, "Huh! You're still angry about your rebel army!? Grow up Thrax!"
Thrax quickly replied even more emotionally than before.
"At least, I strive to always stay true to my words! You, however… After you got everything you needed from the Abbot, you quickly went running to your precious Romans with a tail on your back!"
"What are you saying Thrax!? What else do you expect me to do?! You barbarians know nothing!"
The altercation quickly escalated, and Thrax was about to use physical force when Chumo ended up holding him back.
Since the beginning of their friendship, those two have always harbored a rivalry between them, but this time, it was much more serious, Emery could feel the underlying tension was much more urgent to address than any matter he ever faced.
"STOP IT, YOU TWO!"
Emery shouted in front of his friends.
This actually had never happened before, his words quickly stunned the others. The two immediately stopped and stared at Emery.
Several elite acolytes turned their heads and saw what happened. Julian shook his head, took a deep breath, slowly saying. "We should talk again when we have all calmed down." afterwards Julian walked away, his anger still evident from his hurried steps.
Emery saw Klea had also turned emotional, her eyes brimming with worry. She looked at him as if she had so many words to say to him, but she decided against doing anything.
"I'll have a look at him." Klea said, before choosing to follow Julian, who have already walked away.
Chumo looked at the two leaving with confusion. "What just happened? Does that mean we are not going as a team?"
Emery took a deep breath and calmed himself down. The game was certainly important, for it had plenty of rewards, and the penalty of being removed from the elite class made everyone there become tense. For Emery, this game also meant a chance to be promoted in the privileged class - but none of that was important compared to his friends.
He should spend a little time with them and try to make this work.
"Don't worry Chumo, the Earth team will stay together" Emery said.
The previously raging Thrax was already smiling hearing Emery's words and said he was more than prepared and couldn't wait to show his progress at the games.
The Thracian emotional mood swings certainly made Emery worry, but he decided to not think about it too much.
The group decided to meet up later on, as for now Emery has another, more urgent matter to see through.
Emery walked away from the elite class hall, went towards the direction of the teleportation gate and chose the darkness institute as the destination.
Ever since he had been recalled here, Emery was pondering about his master, Xion, and what he was up to. The last time they met, Magus Xion was about to give a false report to the Grand Magus Zenonia for him and for that he hoped nothing bad had happened to his master.
After he walked through the portal, he spared a quick glance at the training facility building, before he took a road across the hill next to the dense forest. When he reached the other side, he followed the simple, carved stone road leading to a simple, small house standing atop the hill.
While he was on the way, he couldn't help but feel anxious and, without meaning to, he unconsciously quickened his pace. As a result, he closed in on the house faster than usual. In his mind, he hoped his master would come out of the hut and greet him with a smile, just like his usual visits back then.
However, there was nothing. There wasn't even any sign of life around. Emery decided to open the door and let himself into the hut, hoping to find anything to stop his worries
Right as he did, he was surprised to see the room was a mess, as if a fight had just broken out. As he entered the room, his feet stepped onto something sticky, and he looked down, only to see blood stains on his master floor.
Emery was quickly alarmed and anxious about the safety of his master.
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Author End of month note
Thank you very much for your support of the novel. From the battle of Camelot to the beginning of the Academy Recalled, I hope it's all been a good read.
Will the Earth acolytes not be together in the game? What happened with Magus Xion?
All will be revealed in December.
The magus game although has the same type it will be much different and definitely be exciting content to read. Let all see if now Emery was strong enough to be compared with the 100 privilege class acolytes.
I once again like to thank you and be grateful for the much support you give to develop this story.
If you have any comments or suggestions please drop them below will definitely read them