The next few battles were equally thrilling. After all, no one in the top ten was weak.
However, even among the strongest, there were clear differences in power. Alfie and Dangelo stood out the most, both defeating their opponents with a single move.
After the first round, Sebastian, Faylin, Dangelo, Alfie, and Houston all advanced to the next stage.
The second round began, and this time, Sebastian faced Drew.
Drew had lost his previous match to Dangelo, not because he was weak, but because Dangelo's strength was overwhelming.
Brandishing his sword with an air of confidence, Drew said, "Sebastian, I admit you're strong, but you're unlucky to face me!"
Sebastian said nothing, merely gesturing for Drew to make the first move.
Feeling insulted, Drew's anger flared. Without hesitation, he unleashed a slash of khaki-colored energy towards Sebastian.
The earth-based spiritual energy was known for its defensive power, but its offensive capabilities were not to be underestimated.
Sebastian casually waved his sword, and with a deafening crash, Drew's attack was shattered instantly. Without pause, Sebastian retaliated, sending a nearly invisible blade of energy slicing towards Drew.
Drew quickly raised an khaki-coloured shield in front of him. The energy slammed into the shield with a resounding boom, causing it to ripple violently.
The shield trembled slightly, sending ripples cascading across its surface.
"Is that all you've got?" Drew smirked, feeling the impact but dismissing its threat. Convinced of his victory, he advanced slowly behind his shield toward Sebastian.
However, Sebastian remained calm and composed. He unleashed a series of sword strikes, one after another.
Though they couldn't break through the shield, they effectively halted Drew's advance, creating a temporary stalemate.
"Drew's defense is impressive! Anyone who can break it would defeat him instantly. But if you can't, he'll wear you down over time."
"Exactly. Not only is his defense strong, but his stamina is also incredible. Sebastian doesn't have Mr. Alfie's raw power, so he won't be able to break through Drew's defenses. If this drags on, Sebastian will lose."
The crowd nodded in agreement.
It was as though he knew exactly how much force was needed to win. The precision was uncanny.
Yet no matter how the opponents changed, the result was always the same. This consistency was intriguing, raising questions about what lay beneath Sebastian's controlled and calculated victories.
"Sebastian's strength is unfathomable."
"It's like he's been hiding his true power all this time. He might actually make it into the top three."
"Impossible! If he had the strength to reach the top three, why would he break off his engagement?" someone argued.
The crowd nodded in agreement. Marrying Leila meant becoming Franz's son-in-law, gaining access to immense resources, and saving at least 20 years of hard work.
Besides, Leila was renowned for her beauty. To most, it seemed absurd not to fight for that chance.
Yet, Sebastian had won six consecutive matches, leaving everyone in stunned silence.
"The next match will be Sebastian versus Dangelo!" Cadmus announced.

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