The Imperial Hall was filled with noise today

The students were wearing their best clothes and chatting with each other

Everyone was waiting for the moment when the most important event would begin

Awards event

Everyone was more excited to see the emperor who would be presenting the prizes than to see the winners

All the attendees were sitting on plush chairs while looking at the students who placed in the top ten standing on the podium

While everyone was waiting for the most important person to appear at the event, Alexander's focus was on someone else

Alexander looked at the young man standing next to him, who ranked second

Daniel Armayo

Daniel had black hair and dark eyes, his stance was straight like a trained soldier, and his aura was able to attract the attention of those around him.

But the thing that caught his attention was that Daniel was the same one who was talking to Layla in the garden

At that time, Anastasia stopped him and prevented him from approaching

But from what Alexander saw, he could tell that they were close

Daniel noticed Alexander's eyes directed towards him and looked towards him

The two's eyes met and stared at each other for a while

Alexander smiled. "I like your hairstyle..."

“…” Daniel was taken aback for a moment

Alexander's stare was intense, as if he wanted to pierce him with his eyes, so he did not expect to receive this sudden compliment.

"Thanks..." Daniel nodded

“Who is your barber?”

Daniel hesitated to answer, looking at Alexander carefully

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He thought for a moment that Alexander was mocking or messing with him

But the serious look on Alexander's face said otherwise

“That...my barber is on McFeely Street...” Daniel answered

“Is it the popular street that is famous for making apple pies?”

“You know this street?”

“Of course I know him. As a food lover, it is necessary to know all the restaurants and food areas in the place where I am.” Alexander looked forward

“...” Daniel didn't know how to respond

He did not expect to discover such a side of Alexander even though they were not close to each other

But he doesn't seem like a bad person

He seems friendly and easy to talk to

The hall, which was full of noise, suddenly fell silent

The important man finally appeared

George Xerjoff

He was wearing a formal white royal suit with gold and silver regalia that matched his glowing golden hair and blue eyes

George ascended to the podium, followed by servants carrying prizes on trays

“...” Alexander looked at the trays holding the trophies

Is it made of gold?

As expected of the imperial family, they have their own way of showing extravagance

The Emperor began to deliver a speech in front of everyone

But Alexander was not focused on him because he was reviewing his plan in his mind

He must do this perfectly, because if it was considered an insult to the Emperor, no one would be able to save him

George began distributing prizes to each person, and with each award he said some words of encouragement to each person

It took ten minutes for the turn to reach Alexander

George stood in front of Alexander, and behind him was a maid carrying a golden tray on top of which was a bottle containing a glowing blue liquid

Everyone swallowed when they saw this potion

George smiled gently. “You made an unexpected surprise, little Alex.”

“Your praise is an honor for me, Your Majesty.” Alexander replied politely, his hand on his chest and a gentle bow

George grabbed the potion and was about to present it to Alexander

But Alexander knelt on one knee and said in a steady voice: “Your Majesty, I am overwhelmed by your generosity, but I cannot accept this award.”

The audience held their breath and whispers began to be heard inside the hall

George raised an eyebrow and asked deeply. “What is the reason for your refusal of the award?”

Alexander closed his eyes. “That's because I don't deserve such an award.”

“You are the winner of this competition, so naturally you should get your prize.”

"That's right..." Alexander nodded. “I won, but I know very well that I won because of my strategies and fighting skills, and nothing more, I don't have Edward's sword skills or the raw fighting power of Lily”

Alexander paused for a moment and then continued in a sad tone. “I do not have the talent necessary to benefit from this potion. I am unlike the other talented people on this platform who can benefit from every bit of this potion.”

“...” Whether it was George, the instructors, or the audience, they were all shocked by these words

Was Alexander giving up the award that everyone dreams of?

“Do you want to give the potion to someone else?” George asked to ascertain Alexander's intentions

Alexander rose to his feet and looked at the students who were standing next to him. “Yes, our world is facing a real danger and these talented people must face powerful enemies. I am not as capable as them and I will not be able to share this burden with them. That is why they deserve this potion more than me.”

Alexander's emotional tone shook everyone

Everyone gave passionate glances towards Alexander

If they were in Alexander's shoes, could they refuse such a tempting prize for the good of the world?

Everyone envied Alexander and wished they were in his place

But now they look at it differently

Alexander became farther away from them, as if he was standing on a completely different level. He resisted the temptation to obtain such a treasure that the great powers would fight over it

“Alexander Ford...” George said in a gracious voice. “This sacrifice...is something worthy of praise. Today you have shown how everyone must sacrifice in order to save our world from the impending catastrophe.”

Eric got up from his seat and began to applaud warmly for Alexander, and then Christina got up and did the same as Eric. Gradually, the audience began to clap together wholeheartedly for a full minute

After the applause stopped, George asked him. “Even though you gave up the first place prize, you are still the winner of this competition. Therefore, I will grant you any wish you ask for.”

The audience's eyes widened upon hearing George's words

George's words carried a weight that could not be underestimated. It seems that the Emperor began to appreciate Alexander more than before

Alexander was the one who was about to jump for joy

He got rid of that useless potion and at the same time obtained a wish from the Emperor