The Ability Steal System

One Punch

"Ding"

[You have killed a D+ ranked One-Eyed Frost Ape with the bloodline of an Ancient Frost Ape and gained 10,000xp and 5000 system points]

With a thud, the One-Eyed Frost Ape hit the ground, and just like that, the cool air that had been lowering the temperature of the surroundings vanished as well.

"It's dead, it's finally dead.." An E rank Esper said in disbelief, just a moment ago, he felt as though he could see death grinning at him, and it wasn't just him—the others experienced the same sensation. The abrupt change in events, where they were on the verge of death one moment and spared the next, stunned them all.

"Who shot that arrow?" Shocked, the D+ ranked Esper questioned, Scars covered his body, but he ignored them, moving to join the group of Espers still alive. He looked around for the archer, who had killed the Ape, but he could not spot him.

"I did." Felix grinned and said, appearing in front of the D+ rank Esper. He then pretended to take out his arrow while he stealthily slit a large portion of the One-Eyed Frost Ape's flesh and took it's heart, putting them both in his dimension ring.

"Who are you? And how powerful is your stealth ability that I was unable to detect it?" The D+ rank Esper, queried in disbelief since, despite Felix's strength being far lower than his, he was unable to sense him. While he put it down to his current state of health, he was aware that Felix's abilities still deserved caution.

"Felix" Felix only needed to say one word to leave his mark on the Espers's minds, but it conveyed his confidence all the same.

Felix had anticipated this outcome, so he was well aware that he’d left an impression on the D+ level Esper. His "camouflage" skill had previously been upgraded to the E+ rank, and since his abilities had been upgraded to the next rank, he also used his system points to upgrade it to the D+ rank, making it so that no one below the C rank could sense him. This made his skill more potent than before, and if it were upgraded to the next rank, no one below the C+ rank could sense him.

The kind of impact he could have from that was unimaginable. Ideas of traversing the whole continent while using his perfected concealment skill were already racing through his head.

Felix realised that his thoughts were just wishful thinking at the moment and that even moving up to the next rank would be financially impossible. ‘Hahaha, we'll get there,’ he thought to himself.

Why?

This was due to the fact that he couldn’t now afford the points needed to advance the skill to the next level; in fact, half of the points he received from the current combat had been used to upgrade his camouflage skill to the current level.

The D+ rank Esper laughed as he remembered where he had heard Felix's name—Connor and the others had told him about the beast horde. "Felix, that name sounds familiar, you are the one who stalled the beast horde by yourself, hahaha, boy you are a legend," the Esper said.

"Thank you, so do you know what could have caused this One-Eyed Frost Ape to suddenly appear here in an F rank beast forest?" Felix grinned too, but then abruptly changed to a serious tone and enquired, looking for hints.

"We never expected to meet a D+ rank beast here because our first thought was that the cause was a treasure that supplied a large amount of mana to the monsters, but now I think it will most likely be something else, and if that's the case then we will be in more trouble if we stay here much longer, because an even stronger monster could appear at any time" The D+ level Esper responded quickly before waving his hand and enclosing each of the corpses in his Dimension Ring. He then removed a crystal that produced a space undulation and crushed it, causing a white light to arise and teleport all the Espers away. They were immediately transferred out of the F rank beast forest.

Shortly after their departure, a cluster of One-Eyed Frost Apes materialized, gaping at the monster corpses below before roaring skyward and sprinting for the slums.

With a burst of bright light, the Espers appeared outside the forest, and as soon as they materialized, "Brother? First Young Master? Why are you here?" The D+ rank questioned in shock, his gaze fixed on a middle-aged man who stood motionless, staring at the entrance to the beast forest. The man had calm blue eyes and white hair; he was clothed in a white robe that matched the colour of his hair. A handsome young man stood next to the man. He was clad in green robes, his snake-like eyes and serene expression distinguished him, while he radiated an air of elegance and nobility.

Upon seeing the middle-aged man, all the Espers, with the exception of Connor and his friends, bowed to him, as did Felix.

Who was that individual?

He held the title of the most powerful man in the city, he was the City Lord and a C rank Esper, a formidable Esper who had ascended to his position through sheer strength alone.

"I just received a message from an old friend, what in the world happened to you? You appear as though you battled the entire forest." The City Lord responded with astonishment and worry, noticing the appearance of the D+ rank Esper, who appeared to be his brother.

"The situation appears to be graver than we initially believed. I recently had an encounter with a One-Eyed Frost Ape, which possessed a faint bloodline of the Ancient Frost Ape. We were nearly killed, but fortunately, this young man right here came to our rescue." The D+ rank Esper indicated Felix, who was positioned beside him. It was only then that the City Lord and the young man next to him turned their attention to Felix, who stood tall and unwavering, like an arrow, even in the presence of the City Lord.

"An E rank Esper rescued you? Is this some kind of joke?" The City Lord enquired, his brows knitted together, under the impression that his brother was merely jesting.

"No, it isn't; he is also the one who single-handedly held off the beast horde." The D+ rank Esper responded, emphasizing the phrase 'Single-handedly.'

"Excuse me, may I ask your name, young man?" The City Lord enquired of Felix, his eyes sparkling with curiosity; despite the incredulity of the situation, he was certain that his brother would not fabricate such a tale.

“My name is Felix," Felix answered, maintaining a steady gaze and looking the City Lord directly in the eye, his expression calm and unflinching. Almost immediately, the green-robed man beside the City Lord's eyes brightened, his gaze sweeping over Felix as he moved closer to inspect him.

"So you’re Felix. My brother has told me a lot about you, and my father is eager to meet you as well." The man in the green robe spoke with a knowing smile as he observed Felix, who wore a frown. There was something about the young man that radiated danger, and his instincts urged him to proceed with caution.

"Who’re you?" Felix enquired, puzzled, as he struggled to recall where he had encountered that smile previously.

“My name is Drake, and my brother is Con--” The man in the green robe was on the verge of speaking his brother's name when a voice suddenly interrupted, causing Felix to freeze in shock.

"What are you doing here, brother?" Connor enquired with a frown, his expression revealing his dissatisfaction as he emerged behind Felix.

"I just came to check on my younger brother, is that a crime now?" Drake said with a smile, causing Connor to frown—a reaction that Felix noticed, sensing the underlying tension between them.

"You can't deceive me; I know that's not the true reason for your presence. Father sent you, didn't he?" Connor enquired with a scowl.

"Haha, same old Connor, always seeing through people. Yes, Father sent me, but not for the reason you think," Drake replied, shifting his gaze to Felix, whose unease grew under the unsettling intensity of Drake's snake-like eyes.

"Father sent me to test him, you know, to see if he is who you say he is. But I don't need to do that now. After hearing all his feats, I am fully convinced." Drake chuckled, then paused, casting a brief look at the beast forest with furrowed brows.

"It appears that we have some guests." The City Lord smiled, casting a glance towards the forest where a group of One-Eyed Frost Apes loomed with threatening expressions.

"I would like to fight with one of them," Drake said, a fierce grin spreading across his face as he locked eyes with the agitated Frost Apes. To anyone encountering him for the first time, he might come off as arrogant, especially considering that even a D+ Rank Esper had nearly been defeated. However, those familiar with him understood that this D Rank Esper was not to be taken lightly.

"There's no need for that; the array is already set up. Let's not waste our time. When the others arrive, we can go in together and see this treasure for ourselves." The City Lord replied, indicating towards the transparent barrier that kept the One-Eyed Frost Apes confined within the forest.

"At this moment, we must recognize this young man's bravery and courage; your aura is quite unusual for an E rank Esper." The City Lord observed Felix intently for a while, as if searching for something hidden, causing Felix's heart to race.

"It may be nothing, so let us proceed. The rest of you should head home, rest well, and return tomorrow to collect your rewards. You are all courageous warriors, and the city is grateful for your assistance. I will also ensure that we honour all those who lost their lives in battle." The City Lord smiled at the group of Espers, who returned the gesture, before he crushed a brownstone, causing the five of them to vanish.

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"My brother mentioned that you have issues with Shadow. Just so you know, the Alexander family has been at odds with Shadow for decades, so this isn't a simple feud. Are you prepared to get involved? Once you do, there's no turning back," Drake said, his tone irritating Felix as they arrived at a grand mansion that Felix assumed belonged to the City Lord.

"I’m already involved" Felix replied directly with a smile. From the first time he had seen Drake, he sensed a dangerous aura about him. The more time he spent with him, the more his dislike grew. Now, he understood why even someone like Connor treated him the way he did.

"Will the White Jade Tournament still take place despite everything that has occurred?" Felix enquired of the City Lord.

"There is a minor complication: the white jade tournament will not take place this year. However, the White Jade Seal tournament promises to be quite interesting. Your exceptional actions have earned you accommodation and food, if you desire, and a pass to the White Jade Seal Tournament. Please report here tomorrow to receive your rewards." The City Lord gestured with a wave of his hand, summoning a White Jade seal from his storage ring.

Upon receiving the White Jade, Felix examined it closely and found it was made from a captivating and mysterious white material that glimmered beautifully.

"It requires just a drop of blood for your identification to be etched onto it." Noticing Felix's clueless expression, Drake smiled and turned to leave with the city lord, who was engrossed in conversation with his brother, leaving Felix behind.

"I hope we don't cross paths in the tournament, as it may not turn out favourably for you. Also, I recommend attending the martial gathering this evening to familiarise yourself with your opponents." Drake paused, then turned to Felix, a menacing smile playing on his lips before he turned back and walked away.

"What’s his rank?" Felix enquired once Drake had departed together with the City Lord

"He’s a D rank. You can stay at my place tonight. Don't worry about my brother; he might be annoying, but he won't dare to pick a fight with you until the White Jade Seal Tournament." Connor frowned and took out a brownstone.

“Where can one find these transportation stones? It would be convenient to have some,” Felix said, inspecting the brownstones in Connor's hand. Transportation stones were a very practical means of getting around, as they could be used by crushing them and focusing on the destination.

All transportation stones featured an imprint that could be positioned at any location, allowing for teleportation at any time. However, they were quite costly and designed for single use, limiting access to a select few. The stones were categorized into various rankings based on the distance they could travel.

"It is exclusively available at auction houses, but I have a few remaining here that you can take." Connor waved his hand, and five transportation stones materialized, which he then handed to Felix, who accepted them with a smile.

"These are all D rank," Felix remarked in shock, staring wide-mouthed at the transportation stones he held. From his memories, he could guess the rank of the Brownstones.

"Yes, these are the lowest rank I currently possess, and they are the only unused ones in my collection." Connor replied nonchalantly, and they both vanished, only to reappear in a vast mansion reminiscent of the City Lord's.

"Is this your house?" Felix expressed his astonishment upon witnessing the size of the mansion; he was utterly taken aback. Connor asserted that this was indeed his house, one that his father coerced him into living in.

‘These guys are wealthy,' Felix thought, his mind gradually grasping the extent of the Alexander Family's power.

"Yes, it is the one my father ‘forced’ me to live in. That man really thinks he's the boss of me. I'll show him," Connor said with a hint of anger as he led Felix to a vast room filled with an abundance of mana.

"Woow, the mana here is about five times more than outside,"

Felix exclaimed, his excitement palpable as he sensed the abundant mana in the room.

"An array is in place that automatically supplies mana. Please freshen up and meet me downstairs in four hours, and I will explain how the martial gathering operates." Connor approached the door and spoke to Felix.

"You are indeed lucky to have discovered a treasure." Connor remarked, stopping briefly at the door.

"Could you clarify what you mean?" Felix inquired, his heart nearly leaping from his chest, yet he swiftly composed himself, reassured that Connor remained unaware of the reality.

"I’m referring to the treasure that elevated you from F rank to E rank. I understand you have many secrets, so I won't pry into it, as we all have our own mysteries," Connor remarked before exiting the room.

“He’s quite perceptive, though I was somewhat negligent" Felix sat down and contemplated the situation. He hadn't considered how to explain his sudden increase in strength, and now that he reflected on it, he understood the potential danger if anyone discovered his secret. It would certainly raise eyebrows if people learned that he had transformed from a weak man into an E rank Esper in just a few days; it was undeniably peculiar upon closer examination.

"If I stay here for a month, I am confident that I will definitely advance to the E+ rank," Felix said with enthusiasm, quickly getting up to take his bath before freshening up.

After completing everything in an hour, he sat down to assess his abilities for the next hour.

He examined his abilities, and when his gaze fell upon the light hand ability, he contemplated it for a while before ultimately deciding to upgrade. However, he nearly fainted upon seeing the cost.

“What on earth, 50,000 system points to upgrade one ability?

This is outrageous!” Felix fumed internally at the system upon seeing the cost, realizing it was half of his system points. He was somewhat convinced that the system had been a fraudster in its previous life.

[It seems you may have overlooked the key aspect]

"Oh, is that so? Then enlighten me, what could that possibly be?” Felix inquired with irritation.

[This ability surpasses the SSS rank, so it is very important to recognize that this is the cost bestowed upon you as a result of the system's sympathy.]

"Sympathy? What sympathy? I put my life on the line for those points, and you're just going to take them from me? Fine, just upgrade it. If it’s still a useless ability after the upgrade, you’ll regret it." Felix contemplated the decision carefully, ultimately choosing to proceed with the system, silently hoping for a favourable outcome.

Felix observed with anticipation as the skill underwent its upgrade, eager to discover the extent of its newfound power.

"Ding"

[Bloodline Ability 'Light Hand' has been successfully upgraded]

"What is the reason for it indicating level 2?" Felix inquired, intrigued by the new description accompanying the recently enhanced ability.

[Due to it being an ability above the SSS rank, it can only be upgraded through a level system, every 10 levels equals an increase of 1 rank]

"Are you telling me...that I just used 50,000 system points to level up by just one? What is going on with this system? How can you be so diabolical? You’re just...ugh, you’re a snake, a snake is what you are, you hear me” Felix experienced a profound sense of betrayal, his heart aching from the understanding that he had been deceived by the system.

[Don’t underestimate the increase of a single level, especially for a bloodline skill like yours]

“What did you just say? A bloodline skill?" Felix asked in confusion, recalling the system message about 'Light Hand' being upgraded. It had mentioned it as a 'Bloodline Skill,' but he hadn't paid much attention to the message in his excitement. Now, hearing it again, he felt a curiosity to learn more about it.

Indeed, the "light hand" skill is a unique bloodline ability that belongs to you. As you grow in strength, you will discover additional skills that surpass this one. This is the extent of what I can share, as revealing more could put you at risk.

"Hmm, you keep going in circles," Felix said angrily as he activated the skill on a table in the room.

As soon as he activated his skill, a brilliant light burst forth from his palm, illuminating the table before vanishing into thin air.

“Excuse me, what was that? Is that all? Such a squander of system points..." Felix shouted in anger but held back his words as, in the next moment, a beam of light suddenly erupted from the table. Reacting swiftly, Felix dashed out of the room just as the entire room exploded.

“What in the world..” Felix stared in shock at the room as it reconstructed itself. He wasn't surprised by the phenomenon, but rather by the extent of the damage caused by the skill; that explosion had been powerful enough to level an entire house to the ground.

He surveyed his surroundings and felt a sense of relief upon realizing that no one seemed to have noticed anything, which he attributed to the array.

“This skill is too dangerous; it must remain a secret,” Felix murmured to himself, feeling a twinge of fear at the sheer power it possessed.

"Is this the true power of an ability beyond the SSS rank? Who exactly are my parents?" Felix pondered in amazement before returning to the room that had returned back to it's previous form. He settled onto the bed, uncertain of who he would encounter at the gathering, he recognized the importance of being in optimal form.

Three hours later, he got up and stretched, then made his way down the stairs toward Connor, who was dressed in luxurious golden robes that appeared quite costly. Upon Felix's arrival, he found Connor engaged in conversation with a servant regarding a matter.

"Are you prepared?" Connor inquired of Felix after dismissing the servant with a smile.

"Yes," Felix replied, continuing to admire the interior of the mansion.

“You shouldn't go out looking like that.” Connor chuckled as he looked at the black cloak Felix was wearing; it gave him a rather worn out appearance.

"Oh yeah, I haven't really had time to go shopping yet," Felix said, suddenly aware of his attire. He was still in the same cloak, now riddled with holes. He had been so caught up in everything happening around him that he hadn't thought about how he looked.

"That's alright, I have several clothes that would suit you perfectly, before that.." As Connor sized Felix up, he escorted him to a room and summoned a servant.

The servant observed Felix for some time after Connor said something to him, and then went to fetch the clothes. The servant then pulled out a sharp blade and began shaving Felix's beard and hair.

After a few minutes, Connor entered the room and gave Felix a dark blue robe.

After noticing Felix's transformation, Connor said, "Wow you should take a look at yourself, you look so much better now."

After taking off the robes and changing in a different room, Felix nearly fell to the ground when he saw himself in the mirror.

He was almost too good to recognize, staring at himself, and he had to concede he was handsome. His hair and beard had both been cut neatly, and the robes fit him wonderfully.

"Wow, are you sure that you are not a prince?" When Felix emerged, Connor asked jokingly.

Felix laughed and said, "Maybe," seeming almost unsure of himself. Connor laughed along with him.

"As we move, I'll explain. The Martial Gathering is a pre-tournament get-together for all the geniuses competing in the White Jade Seal Tournament. It begins with dinner, and then the geniuses challenge one another. Those with higher ranks mostly challenge themselves, but you can also challenge someone with a higher rank. Let's go." The actual tournament would begin two months after each get-together, according to Connor who crushed a transportation stone, which teleported them to the front of a sizable building surrounded by a number of guards.

"Second Young Master, please come in. Is he accompanying you?" The chief guard inquired of Connor with respect upon noticing Felix nearby.

"He is. Has my brother arrived yet?" Connor inquired pulling out a token featuring an engraving that Felix didn't recognize.

"Master Drake hasn’t yet arrived." The chief guard responded, continuing to watch Felix while attempting to recall where he had encountered him previously.

"Alright, let's head in, Felix," Connor said with a smile as he guided Felix into the hall.

"Did he just mention Felix? That name sounds familiar to me." The chief guard murmured, struggling to recall where he had encountered it previously, and as the memory surfaced, his face drained of color.

"Felix was the person who single-handedly held off the beast horde and defeated a D+ rank One-Eyed Frost Ape, which bore a faint bloodline of the Ancient Frost Ape, all while being at the E rank." The chief guard spoke with trepidation as he recounted tales of Felix; and with each mention of a remarkable feat, the faces of his subordinates grew increasingly ashen.

As Felix stepped into the hall, he was greeted by a symphony of enticing aromas. His gaze swept over the array of delectable dishes laid out on the table, each one capable of surpassing even the finest meals on earth.

"Let us grab a seat, it's about to start" Connor said, guiding Felix to one of the tables. As they walked together, Felix felt the weight of people's stares upon him.

"Who is that striking gentleman near Connor? I haven't encountered him before. His attire suggests he hails from a wealthy background, yet I don't recognize him." A young man inquired with interest after noticing Felix and Connor together.

"I haven't either, but look over there, that's Dominic from the Hugh family. I heard he recently achieved E+ rank and can already hold his own for ten moves against an experienced E+ rank." Another man remarked as he turned toward the door of the hall, where a large youth entered, accompanied by several others.

He entered the hall and hesitated for a moment, scanning the area as if in search of someone. When his eyes landed on Felix, he made his way over to him. Upon his arrival and the realization that Felix was merely an E rank Esper, his expression shifted significantly.

"Hey, get up and find another seat, this is my place," Dominic said directly to Felix, who was too busy admiring all the delicacies before him.

"I don't see your name on the chair, so I believe you might be mistaken," Felix replied, not even glancing in his direction. He had little patience for those who used their strength to intimidate others, and he wasn't about to waste his time on him.

"Hmp, do you have any idea who you’re talking to?" Dominic said, his voice laced with anger as he unleashed his aura to intimidate Felix, who met him with a look of disdain.

"An insignificant E rank has the audacity to challenge me; I will demonstrate your rightful position." As Dominic prepared to strike Felix, a composed voice broke the tension, accompanied by Connor's intervention as he rose, fixing Dominic with a frosty gaze.

"Challenging my friend is equal to challenging me. If you wish to issue a challenge, you should wait until the challenges begin," Connor said, his gaze icy as he stared down Dominic, who instinctively flinched upon realizing Felix was by Connor's side.

"Oh Connor, please forgive my mistake. I wasn't aware that he was your friend. I will take my leave now," Dominic said, suppressing his anger after witnessing Connor defend him. He understood Connor's background, and even the patriarch of his family would have to show respect to Connor. He offered another apology before departing.

“I appreciate you standing up for me," Felix said to Connor with a smile.

"As your friend, it's necessary to support you, but you need to be cautious because Dominic is unlikely to let this go; he will probably challenge you." Connor smiled and responded, but his expression swiftly shifted to one of seriousness.

"It seems that things are turning out to be more thrilling than I anticipated." A voice echoed as a tall youth entered the hall.

"Oh my God, it's Vane! It is said that his wind blade can slice through F+ rank weapons, and even D+ rank Espers must defend against them." A man quietly remarked to his friends. while everyone in the room possessed intelligence, this young individual stood out as a rare genius among them.

"I heard he ranked number 5 in last year's White Jade Seal Tournament." A different man murmured as he observed the tall young man locate a seat at Felix's table, where he courteously acknowledged the others before settling down.

"What’s the White Jade Seal Tournament ranking?" A curious Felix inquired upon hearing it for the first time.

"This is a compiled ranking of the results from the White Jade Seal Tournament, updated annually following each tournament." Connor explained calmly to Felix, who absorbed all the new information. Connor himself was a part of this ranking, and actually one of the strongest within his rank, although Felix had no idea how strong exactly that was.

"This place appears to be quite vibrant this year." A striking man entered the hall with a composed demeanor, his presence creating a buzz similar to that of Vane. He smiled and approached Felix's table, taking a seat with ease.

"That’s Xander from the Blaze family. I heard he has a strong affinity for the fire element, and his flames can easily melt F rank weapons. His family is as powerful as mine, same with Vane," Connor said to Felix after the handsome man had taken a seat.

"Apologies for my tardiness everyone; I was held up with some matters." Just moments after Xander entered, Drake arrived, creating quite a stir as he stepped into the hall.

"Is that Drake? I heard he’s ranked second in the White Jade Seal Tournament. His Shapeshifter bloodline is one of the most powerful in his family," Another man in the hall whispered.

Shortly after Drake had settled at Felix's table, the hall quickly filled up. By this time, the feast had concluded, and Felix had enjoyed all the dishes served to him.

CLINK

The gentle clink of a wine cup echoed as a young person from Felix's table rose to their feet. As soon as he did, the entire hall fell silent, eager to hear his words. What was it about him that garnered such deep respect? This man was the most powerful genius in the city, holding the top rank among all the geniuses; he was Damien.

"I extend a warm welcome to everyone at this year's martial gathering. It’s wonderful to see new faces, this demonstrates that our city is rich in talent. As many of you know, I am Damien of the Dark family, and I stand before you as both a friend and the organizer of this event. So, without further delay, let the challenges commence!" Damien raised his cup into the air and made a toast, while Connor leaned into whisper to Felix that Damien was the son of Shadow, his arch nemesis.

The challenges began gradually, with individuals pitting themselves against one another, yet the confrontations lacked excitement. The reason for this was that the true geniuses had not yet taken part in any of the battles.

Dominic rose, drawing the gaze of many, they all understood that no one from that table should be taken lightly.

"These battles lack excitement; I crave something thrilling. I suppose it's time for me to step in. I challenge you—do you have the courage to accept?" Dominic flashed a broad smile as he looked at Felix, daring him in front of the crowd.

"I thought you would never ask," Felix said with a grin as he got up, clearly having anticipated this moment. He sipped his wine and stepped onto the stage, stretching his body, which produced a symphony of cracking sounds.

“Is everyone ready? Okay then, start!” The referee called out before stepping off the stage.

“Are you certain you want to proceed with this?” Dominic smiled, attempting to intimidate Felix with his aura. “I might just accidentally break some of your bones.”

“I should be the one asking you that question; it would only take one punch to take you down," Felix responded, unleashing his aura to confront Dominic's.

"Hmph, you overconfident fool, I’ll show you the consequences of crossing me." Dominic let out a snort before charging at Felix and delivering a punch.

"Fool, I warned you," Felix said calmly, his eyes observing the incoming punch. With his current strength, He knew that Dominic clearly lacked the ability to compete.

When the punch approached, Felix stepped back, channelling energy from his entire body into his fist. He launched it forward to collide with Dominic's, who smirked, believing Felix acted foolishly in challenging him in a contest of strength.

Upon the clash of the two punches, the entire stage shattered, dust swirling in every direction. In an instant, a figure soared off the stage, colliding with a wall. Uncertainty lingered regarding his fate.

Once the dust settled, everyone on the scene experienced immediate shock upon seeing who stood on the stage.

"That seems impossible. How can this be?" Vane stood up, staring at the figure on the stage in shock.

"One punch," Felix smiled triumphantly, wiping the dust from his clothes before walking toward his seat.

As Felix moved to his seat under the astonished and shocked gazes of the others, a black arrow suddenly appeared, flying towards him with lightning speed, striking him in the chest.