"Stand back, everyone," Nox calmly stated as he stepped in front of the others. His expression was serene and calm; not even a flicker of anxiety could be spotted on his handsome features.
After facing the powerful elemental beast in Snowhelm, avalanches like this were nothing new to him. The audience and Nox's teammates were stunned as they stared at him, wondering just what he was up to. As for the Cromwell barony, a flicker of hope returned to their eyes.
"Just what are you up to?" Bridget's eyes flickered with interest as she saw Nox approaching the avalanche. She had already made up her mind that even if he didn't win the tournament, she would recruit him to the Academy. She, like the others, didn't think there was a way for Nox to escape this ambush.
"You jumped to conclusions too soon, Vice Principal," Zarek spoke in a confident tone as he leaned back in his seat and placed his legs on the table.
