"Well done, everyone."
The man of darkness himself, Ralyks, clapped as he gazed upon the group of nine who stood before him.
No one could see what was hidden underneath his dark mask, but based on the tone of his voice, and his gesture, it was clear he was pleased.
The expanse above showed a bright sun that sharply contrasted with his black aesthetic, and the ground around him had been shattered—destroyed by the just-concluded battle.
"You exceeded my expectations." Ralyks nodded in approval as he formally ended the round.
The Otherworlders—or rather, students under Ralyks—had just passed the final phase of their test with the Dark Adventurer.
This was something they had been undertaking for the past few days, so the smiles and expressions of relief that pervaded their faces was understandable.
Everyone was exhausted, but they couldn't help but laugh energetically as they collapsed on the ground in satisfaction.
They really did it!
