As the sun set, the matches concluded, leaving today's top 10 participants basking in their well-earned glory.
Aiden, having discerned the essence of each participant's spirit, stood up and addressed the old man, "I'm heading back to my room."
The old man nodded and advised, "Keep training, Aiden. Talent doesn't mean you don't need to train."
Aiden nodded in agreement and began to leave.
The old man's gaze lingered on Aiden's retreating figure. As Aiden exited, he murmured to himself in a barely audible tone, "Don't break my trust, Aiden." His voice, like a mosquito's whisper, carried his heartfelt wish and disappeared. Although he knew Aiden wouldn't betray them, Aiden's act of concealing his true strength caused the old man to doubt him. Yet, he couldn't bring himself to confront Aiden about it.
