The moment Klaus's name was mentioned, everyone turned toward his direction. Klaus just smiled at them, then let go of Hanna's hand and smiled at her.
"Let me go kick some ass real quick," he said to her, making Hanna nod with no smile on her face.
Inwardly, though, she just pitied the guy with the smug look, thinking he was about to win a simple duel and announce his position to everyone.
Every time a new batch of disciples arrived, there would be a ritual battle where the top ranker in the academy's outer section would face the new batch's top ranker. Of course, it wasn't a free battle either.
Soon, Klaus arrived on a metal platform that served as the arena for the ritual battles. The guy facing him had a smug expression.
"This is a battle between the new batch and the old batch. Of course, the results are always the same, but each time, we have to measure the potential of each batch.
And since the top ranker from each batch represents the potential of that batch, we can only hope they win, which is why there is a reward for this ritual battle.
Whoever wins will get 100,000 Celestial points and a free pass to eat as much as they want for a whole year."
Everyone's jaws dropped hearing the rewards meant for the winner.
Clearly, this seemed unfair to them. But then again, who were they kidding? If they had ranked first, this would be a good win for them. Of course, they knew that.
But hearing the winner would get something , they all envied the two on the stage. Looking at the smug look on the face of the top ranker from the previous batch, they all clenched their fists.
Klaus held a calm expression.
Of course, if only they knew the top ranker from the previous batch could have climbed the stairs 7 months ago but chose to wait for this moment, insults would start to rain down on him for being petty.
100,000 Celestial points and free food—who wouldn't want that? He was that petty, and now, looking at Klaus, he couldn't stop smiling at him.
"Disciples must introduce themselves," Head Instructor Victor commanded.
The top ranker from the last batch immediately began to introduce himself.
"My name is Donald, the top ranker from the previous batch and the leader of the Fire Dragon Hall's outer section branch, the academy's number one faction."
Donald made sure to emphasize the "number one," which seemed to make many giddy. They all wanted to join.
"I have fire affinity, and I use the Spear." He ended his introduction. Klaus nodded and gave him a small smile before starting his introduction.
Everyone paid close attention to Klaus's introduction, which left dumbfounded looks on their faces.
"Well, my name is Klaus Hanson, and I am from the Eastern region of the Northern Union. I live with my mom, a very caring and loving woman who is also the most beautiful in the Universe. I don't like violence because, in a way, I see myself as a monk.
Don't mind the hair; focus more on the looks. Since I am the most handsome dude on Earth, it would be best if you didn't compare yourself to me in that field.
I may look like it, but no, I don't like dudes. This big daddy is all about the ladies. That said, I am also an equal-opportunity ass-whooper, so even if you're a lady, I don't have a problem disciplining you.
I don't hold grudges for long since most of my enemies don't live very long. Well, you don't have to worry about me killing you since there's a no-killing policy here. But then again, you shouldn't test your luck outside." Klaus's smile bloomed as he looked around.
"I use the sword, spear, gauntlet, hammer, axe... well, I use all kinds of weapons. I am also a Spirit Master, but I won't use that in this battle since that would be bullying.
And, oh, I have an affinity for the fire, ice, and lightning elements. Once again, I am Klaus Hanson, the new Overlord of this place."
By the time Klaus finished introducing himself, everyone had different facial expressions. The majority, though, showed shock and awe.
Aside from that, many just couldn't believe how a person could be this shameless. Even the instructors, including Instructor Victor, shared such looks of disbelief.
Lily and Anna were hiding their faces behind Hanna. Clearly, their boyfriend's shamelessness had transcended common sense.
"Well, can we start?" Klaus turned toward Instructor Victor, snapping him out of the shocked and bewildered expression on his face.
"Yes, you may start," Victor said, giving the green light.
"Although I have heard of your arrogance, witnessing it firsthand is just too shocking. That said, I will wipe that shamelessness off your face and show you this is no place for arrogant bastards," Donald spat.
Naturally, Donald had already been informed by their leader in the inner section to discipline Klaus, as they all knew he would be the top ranker.
"Oh, I see. Then you give me no choice but to disrespect you even further. But since I wouldn't want to bully you, I will give you a handicap. I won't use any weapon, nor will I use fire or lightning.
Don't worry; I won't use spirit weapons, either. And don't worry, I won't kill you," Klaus said teasingly.
Donald's expression shifted to anger immediately. And it wasn't just him; all of Klaus's haters began cursing him.
"Arrogant bastard! Do you think you're above everyone else?" Donald snapped, taking a fighting stance.
"That's it. I am indeed above everyone else. But don't worry; even if you had twenty thousand more years to prepare, you wouldn't have what it takes to touch a hair on my head.
To make this more exciting..." Klaus stomped on the ground, and an ice throne materialized. He sat down and flashed a mocking smile at Donald.
"Don't keep me waiting."
Donald's anger surged as he moved, his speed exploding as he thrust his spear forward. But a giant ice wall appeared before him before he could get within 20 meters of Klaus.
It didn't hold for long; Donald stabbed his spear forward, shattering the wall. But that was when his problems truly began.
Ice shards started shooting out of thin air, forcing him to dash back and defend himself, shattering the shards with his spear.
Klaus didn't let him off easy.
He gently tapped the armrest of his ice throne, and a massive rhino rose from the ground. It charged toward Donald, the stage trembling as the beast moved forward like a juggernaut, aiming its sharp horns at him.
"Flame Spear Thrust!" Donald channelled his energy, thrusting his spear at the rhino and destroying it instantly. But even with his success, the impact pushed him back.
Klaus smiled. "I've changed my mind. I won't kill you, but I also won't let you out easily. I'm going to break you, Donald. You're going to regret following the orders of others."
"Demon Killing Circle!"