*CRACK* The stone platform in the arena cracking under the mana pressure. Right now, Angus is barely holding on to himself. After a while, the pressure was gone entirely, like it never happened before.
The cloaked man then throws a bracelet towards Angus. As soon as Angus catches it, the man disappears like never before from his location. However, everyone in the arena couldn't help but get sweaty and nervous.
Although it was only a moment, they could feel the pressure that the masked man released. It is not a pressure that everyone could handle. On the other hand, they were also surprised that Angus managed to withstand such pressure from the close range.
It means Angus is strong enough to endure the pressure that could even break a person's will, or he is already getting used to such kind of pressure. Whatever the case, the people in the arena will think twice to do something towards Angus.
Getting the bracelet, Angus found out that it is actually a space storage bracelet. He immediately inspected the storage inside and found that it has a large capacity compared to the special space pouch from the Golden Trade Merchant Guild.
Inside the storage, he found many items from enchanted armor, safety barrier items, magic runes with many different shapes, books, and many others. All of the items are high quality and comparable to the supply he gets from his father.
After that, Angus decides to get out of the arena and go back to the Sur Village's camp along with the others. On the way towards the camp, Angus and the others chatted about various things and some of the items he got.
Suddenly, all of them stop and look at the two people blocking their way. In front of them, there are two orcs. One of them is Ilgor that Angus defeated in the tournament. While the other is a big orc that is twice as big as Ilgor.
The big orc is not only strong but releases intense pressure towards nearby. All the people nearby immediately get away as soon as they feel the aura from the big orc. As an expert, they know that the big orc is a person near the seventh-grade realm.
In the meantime, the clan head Jade and the others are immediately ready for any confrontation. They know that the big orc is very dangerous and could possibly annihilate all of them.
Looking at the other party ready for battle, the big orc begins to smile slightly and release another pressure towards the surroundings. The pressure is not worse than the masked man from the hidden group.
However, the masked man controls the pressure while the orc barely controls it and lets it go wildly, which strongly impacts all the people in the area. *Whosh*
'Seventh-grade combatant!!' thought everyone.
Jade and the others couldn't help but feel a dreadful feeling. Even the calm Gilford couldn't even call his colossus as his body was trembling and telling him to run. At this moment, only Angus and Jayna feel a little bit pressured.
Angus already feels worse pressure from King Leon, while Jayna is quite immune towards this kind of pressure from the Fire Phoenix's fragmented memories. The Fire Phoenix, in the past, fought a lot of monsters that have a stronger aura than the big orc.
Still, both of them have not calmed down and have a solemn expression. They both know if the big orc decides to kill them right now, they will have no power to retaliate.
This is the true power of the legendary realm seventh-grade combatant. In front of this power, all the grades below them are insignificant. From the pressure of the big orc release, the only person who could possibly survive is Jade, as he is on the border of the seventh grade.
Seeing that only Angus and Jayna are not getting pressured from his mana aura, the big orc couldn't help but show a big grin that makes everyone shudder. Then, the big orc seems to lessen the pressure and say something towards Ilgor in the orc language.
"(You found a good master. Make sure never to betray him, or I will be the one that kills you.)" said the big orc towards Ilgor.
"(Yes, father.)" replied Ilgor.
"(Then, go. Make your pact.)" said the big orc.
Angus, who is studying various languages, couldn't help but overhear their conversation that seems like a grunt of a beast. While thinking about what the pact is, Ilgor comes forward, approaching Angus.
At this instant, everyone becomes more nervous while holding the weapon.
Before the situation escalated any further, "It's okay, everyone." said Angus while approaching Ilgor.
"Angus.." Jayna said, stopping him worriedly.
"Don't worry. I will just converse with them first." said Angus.
Arriving in front of Ilgor, "So, what is this about?" asked Angus towards Ilgor.
"I no longer have an honor." said Ilgor shortly.
"Huh??" replied Angus.
Hearing this, Angus and the others become more confused. Then, Ilgor began to explain. According to orc tradition, Angus and Ilgor's fight yesterday could be said to be a sacred duel. A duel that does not stop until one of them dies.
However, Angus managed to beat Ilgor to submission completely. This makes Ilgor lose his honor as an orc. An orc without honor is the same as an orc without identity, in other words, an outcast.
To bring back their honor, they must pledge their loyalty to the winner until they could win against Angus in another sacred duel. Hearing this explanation, Angus couldn't help but look at Ilgor and the big orc.
"(Are you fine with this? Your son will become my slave and or something worse than death?)." said Angus in orc language towards the big orc.
Hearing Angus speak in orc language, everyone was surprised, including the big orc.
"(He lost his honor the moment he surrendered to you. If he could not handle it, it means he is just a weakling. And I, Olgur, never raises a weakling.)" said the big orc.
"Haa… How troublesome. Alright, do what you want to do." said Angus.
"Then, from this day, I, Ilgor, son of Olgur the mad berserker, pledge my loyalty towards Angus Victory."
"My axe, body, and soul will be at your disposal until I regain my honor through a sacred duel. The world shall be our witness." said Ilgor while kneeling in front of Angus.
After that, a magic circle appears below Angus and Ilgor. The magic circle is almost the same when Angus makes Draven his familiar.
"I, Angus Victory, will hold your pledge, Ilgor, son of Olgur, the mad berserker. The world shall be our witness." said Angus while holding his hand above Ilgor's head.
Then, Angus slits his hand and makes a drop of blood falling towards Ilgor's head. All of a sudden, Ilgor's body shines bright as the blood drops on top of his head. A big swirl tattoo appears on the top of Ilgor's body.
Angus and Olgur are surprised looking at this phenomenon. Angus is shocked to find a similar swirl pattern on Ilgor's body. At the same time, Olgur is surprised that Angus knows about their custom. Moreover, the sacred pact seems to be approved by the world itself.
Olgur couldn't help but think how lucky his son Ilgor was to have a master recognized by the world. As someone who lives for a long time, he knows that a person recognized by the world is not an ordinary person.
The myth said this kind of person has a strong fate and could change the world. For an orc like him to survive inside this dimension, there are two essential things. The first is power. With absolute power, anyone could face every challenge.
The next important thing is fate. With a strong fate, even the weakest ant will keep living and survive through this treacherous land. Some people even called them destiny or luck.
Now, Olgur knows that Angus has this strong fate in his hand. This way, he is confident that Angus could survive in this world for a long time. He already witnessed many people with strong fates survive many impossible situations.
Soon, the pact is complete, and Ilgor finds the new tattoo on his body. While examining his new appearance, Olgur approaches both of them.
"(It seems the pact is more successful than I thought. Then, I will go first. Call me back when you manage to bring your honor, child.)." said Olgur towards Ilgor.
"(Y-Yes, Father.)" replied Ilgor.
"I will leave this stupid son of mine to you. Don't get too easy on him." said Olgur towards Angus before disappearing like the wind without waiting for Angus's reply.
'Ha… why do every single seventh-grade combatant like to disappear and appear out of nowhere? Do all of them have a secret tacit understanding to show off or something?' thought Angus inwardly.
"Alright, then let's get back to our camp. We still have many things to prepare." said Angus.
Hearing Angus's words, everyone wakes up from their stupor and continues their walk.