The Weakest Heir
Nox Ashford was once part of a secretive and elite training facility, where the brightest and most gifted children were cultivated to be stronger, smarter, and more powerful than any normal human. In his past life, he was a product of this system—constantly pushed to exceed his limits, his abilities unmatched by anyone. But the very power he gained through intense training became his downfall. Jealousy and envy festered among his peers, and in a cruel twist of fate, those he trusted betrayed him, leading to his untimely death.
Reborn in a world of magic, Nox now attends the prestigious Elysium Institute of Magic, a school where magic is an everyday part of life. Born into a powerful family, Nox is forced to hide the full extent of his abilities, wary of repeating the painful betrayal of his past life. With his rare ability to compress mana—an unstable and dangerous skill—he walks a precarious line, unsure who he can trust in this new world.
At Elysium, Nox faces new challenges: mastering his magic, controlling the compressed mana that could destroy him if misused, and dealing with the weight of his hidden strength. Though he is surrounded by potential allies, Nox keeps his true power a secret, not wanting to attract attention or stir up jealousy. Yet, as rivalries and secrets begin to surface, Nox realizes that his past may not be as far behind him as he thought.
Can Nox learn to trust again and break free from the shadows of his past? Or will his hidden power eventually force him into the same deadly traps that led to his death before?