Chapter 277. Tyler vs Maxwell
Maxwell, a student of Moonhaven Academy, harbored a grudge against Starfire Academy. Before arriving in Luka City, he had crossed paths with Lily Gomes, a final-year Starfire Academy student. Captivated by her beauty, Maxwell had tried to flex his abilities before her. However, his arrogance was swiftly met with humiliation as she decisively defeated him in combat. The experience left him seething with resentment, fueling his desire to disgrace any Starfire students he encountered.
Upon arriving at Camp 640 for a joint mission, Maxwell saw his chance to vent his frustrations. Ensuring that the more powerful 5-star Master-level students from Starfire were away, he began challenging the remaining students. He beat several of them with ease, their inability to match his skill offering a temporary balm to his wounded pride.
After defeating yet another opponent, Maxwell prepared to end the sparring session, satisfied with the day’s conquests.
"I’ll be your opponent," came a calm voice from the crowd.
Maxwell turned to see a young man stepping forward. At first glance, Tyler’s youthful appearance intrigued him, but Maxwell quickly dismissed it. There were pills and treasures that could preserve youth, so appearances were often deceptive. Sensing Tyler’s aura, he realized his challenger was merely a 1-star Master Mage. Even more underwhelming, he could detect both Aura and Prana from him, signifying that he was a dual Warrior and Mage—an impressive feat on paper, but at such a low level, it hardly mattered.
A one-star is still a one-star afterall. Maxwell sneered, his disappointment evident.
"I’m not from the combat department," Tyler said casually, further deflating the crowd’s expectations.
Maxwell barely hid his irritation. Still, he decided to indulge this upstart, believing it would only add to the humiliation Starfire would face.
The opponent even asked if Charms are allowed.
Maxwell laughed, as did his Moonhaven peers. So his big plan is to use charms? He decided to entertain them.
He even patiently allowed him to take his charms out.