Chapter 306: Ch 306: The Challange - Part 2
The crowd gathered near the estate’s arena, nobles, knights, and servants murmuring among themselves with barely contained excitement.
Whispers of the duel had spread like wildfire, and now every pair of eyes was fixed on the center stage, eager to witness which of Duke Armstrong’s sons would stake the stronger claim to the future of the duchy.
Nigel stepped forward first, his gaze calm but firm, mana gently rippling off his form like a tide ready to crash. His voice rang clear, confident, and resolute.
"I’ll be the one to fight. For my honor—and for my brother’s."
The crowd hushed at his declaration. The Duke, seated in his elevated position, gave a small nod.
"Granted."
Across the arena, Christan gave a dry chuckle and motioned toward his personal guard. A knight clad in black armor, face hidden behind a darkened visor, stepped forward in silence.
The air around him shifted subtly—the mark of a seasoned warrior accustomed to killing.
"There’s no need to hold back anymore. Make sure no one questions who the strongest in this family is."
Christan told the knight with a crooked grin.
The knight gave a simple nod and entered the arena.