The Unadorned Sovereign

Chapter 52. Decline

Liam began his run at a steady pace, his initial steps reflecting a lack of enthusiasm. However, as he continued, something within him clicked. He realized that this was the first time he was seriously testing his physical abilities in a real-life scenario. The skirmish with the skinny man hadn't allowed him to gauge his skills accurately, but now, this challenge provided him with a professional benchmark.

With this newfound determination, Liam's half-hearted effort transformed into a focused and committed run. Each step was purposeful, and his breathing synchronized with his pace. He pushed himself to maintain a steady rhythm, all the while wondering just how far his body could carry him in this hour-long test.

As the one-hour mark approached, Mark signaled for Liam to stop running. Liam slowed to a halt, his breaths heavy but satisfied. He believed he had performed well during the test. However, as he glanced around at the people present, he noticed they were all looking at him stra