The echo of Raine's victory in the Grand Battle Royale resonated throughout the Royal Academy for days. Whispers of his incredible triumph spread through every corner of the institution, from the humble classrooms to the grand halls of the Royal Council. No one had ever expected the underdog from the Beast Taming Tower to ascend so swiftly, leaving even the most prestigious students in the other towers in awe.
Raine, however, wasn't one to bask in glory for long. For him, the victory was simply a stepping stone—an opportunity to push the boundaries of his true ambitions.
Raine's Strategic Expansion
Despite the fanfare that followed his victory, Raine's mind was already focused on the future. He had earned the prize money, the recognition, and the respect of many, but it wasn't enough. His ultimate goal wasn't just to win tournaments—it was to revitalize Beast Taming Magic and make a fortune in the process.
The academy had opened several new doors for him. As the first ever Champion of the Grand Battle Royale, Raine was granted a meeting with the Director of the Academy, Master Nivon, a tall, wise mage with a long silver beard and robes that gleamed with arcane power. His presence was intimidating, yet Raine stood tall, his usual calm demeanor unshaken.
"You have made quite the impact, Raine," Master Nivon began, his voice resonating with authority, but his tone surprisingly approving. "Your victory has earned the respect of many here at the academy. I must admit, your method of victory was unconventional, yet effective."
Raine gave a slight bow. "Thank you, Master Nivon. But my success here is only the beginning. I have much more to prove."
Master Nivon stroked his beard thoughtfully. "I have no doubt. However, you must be aware that the Beast Taming Tower is still considered a lesser discipline by many. Your victory will help, but it will take more than just skill to change perceptions."
Raine's gaze sharpened. "I understand. I'm not here just to be a champion. I want to change the very foundation of Beast Taming Magic. It's time the world saw it as the powerful, necessary discipline it once was."
Master Nivon smiled, impressed by Raine's resolve. "You are ambitious, Raine. That's good. The academy has a new project—a Grand Exhibition. It's an annual event where each tower will showcase its talents and results. I suggest you take part. It will be the perfect platform to demonstrate the potential of Beast Taming."
The Grand Exhibition
The Grand Exhibition was an event held once every year at the academy, where the top students from each of the ten towers presented their progress, talents, and magic. The event wasn't just a display of power—it was a competition in itself, with a grand prize awarded to the most impressive performance.
Raine saw this as the perfect opportunity to prove the legitimacy of Beast Taming magic. It wasn't just about raw strength—it was about control, partnership, and understanding. He would enter with his creatures, showcase their evolution, and prove that Beast Taming was not inferior to the other magical disciplines.
As the event drew closer, Raine's mind was set. He would bring out the full potential of his beasts—not just through brute force, but by demonstrating their unique abilities, how they could contribute to combat, magic, and even everyday life.
Preparing for the Exhibition
Training for the exhibition was a challenging yet exciting process. Raine's beasts, though powerful in their own right, needed further refinement. The slow evolutionary progress he had achieved with Beast Sprout was only the beginning. He now had to focus on enhancing their abilities and training them for cooperation in battle.
Over the next several weeks, Raine pushed his creatures to the limits. Beast Sprout, now more powerful and refined, underwent intense training sessions designed to fine-tune its elemental control. Azure Solfox, with its frosty grace, was trained in both speed and tactical maneuvers, learning how to outmaneuver opponents and create illusions of its own.
Raine himself was not idle during this time. The Capitalistic Mindset that had driven him in his past life was always at the forefront of his thoughts. He'd already begun making plans to monetize his success. Animal clinics—or rather, beast clinics—were going to be his way of reviving the craft of Beast Taming Magic, and the exhibition would be his stage.
Every student in the academy who saw Raine's preparations couldn't help but watch in intrigue. They had witnessed the power of Beast Taming Magic before, but they had never seen it in this way. Raine wasn't just taming beasts—he was molding them into partners, into weapons, into cooperative allies.
The Day of the Grand Exhibition
The day of the exhibition arrived, and the academy grounds were buzzing with excitement. The Ten Towers had all set up their displays, each showcasing their own specialties—mages of fire, water, earth, and air casting spells with impressive power. Warriors from the War Tower showed off their combat skills, and the Scholars' Tower presented their cutting-edge research in magical theory.
Raine's moment came near the end. As the audience gathered, there was an almost palpable sense of anticipation. The Beast Taming Tower, once seen as the underdog, was about to make its statement. Raine had prepared something truly remarkable.
Raine's Moment
As he stepped into the arena, Beast Sprout at his side, and Azure Solfox by his other, the crowd fell into a hush. The two creatures looked magnificent—Beast Sprout had grown, its fiery mane now blazing brighter than ever, while Azure Solfox shimmered with ethereal frost.
Raine raised his hand, and a wave of magic pulsed through the arena. He called upon the Symbiosis Ritual—an ancient technique passed down through the Beast Tamers. The ritual would allow him to synchronize his beasts' abilities with his own. The ground beneath them trembled as the air became charged with magical energy. The crowd gasped, realizing that they were witnessing something unprecedented.
With the power of Beast Sprout and Azure Solfox, Raine demonstrated an incredible series of coordinated attacks—flames mixed with ice, fire creatures summoned into being, while the Beast Sprout's fiery tail lashed out in an almost hypnotic rhythm, controlling the battlefield with precision.
The crowd was silent. For the first time, they saw Beast Taming Magic not just as an art, but as a force.
Raine knew that this exhibition was his moment. He hadn't just demonstrated the power of his creatures—he had shown the world that Beast Taming Magic was a force to be reckoned with. The crowd erupted into applause, and Raine felt the weight of his success.
The Status Update:
Beast Taming: Expert (Training Progress: 70%)Wind Magic: Intermediate (Training Progress: 80%)Flame Harmony: MasteredSymbiosis Ritual: AdvancedWealth: High (Victory Prize + Sponsorship Opportunities)Reputation: LegendaryChampion Points: 100/100 (Grand Exhibition Performance)
The Journey Ahead
Raine knew the battle wasn't over yet. The recognition he had gained was only the beginning, and his ambition would carry him far beyond this victory. The future of Beast Taming Magic rested on his shoulders, and he was more than ready to carry that burden.
But something was brewing on the horizon. As he looked out into the crowd, a shadow seemed to cross his path—an unexpected rival. Someone who was watching him closely.
For now, Raine would focus on his next move. But he had a feeling that the challenges ahead were going to be far more complicated—and dangerous—than anything he had faced so far.
The stage was set for a new chapter in Raine's journey, and the world was about to see what he was truly capable of.