After a day of resting from the last test, it was finally time for the third and final test. The top hundred cadets were now supposed to face each other in a battle royal, this like the previous test wasn't solely about raw power but a test to analyze their skills and potential.
Raven and Ava being the top two were eager to face each other. Derek, Lucas and Jasmine were eager to prove themselves and surpass Ava. And everyone else from the other families were hungry to show that this generation of their familes surpassed the Lionhearts.
As the cadets gathered in the arena, the tension was palpable. The instructors were watching closely, analyzing every move, every decision, and every strategy. This was more than just a battle royal; it was a test of character, of leadership, and of potential.
The rules were simple: every cadet would fight each other. The last one standing would be declared the winner. The cadets nodded, their eyes locked on each other, as the battle began.
The arena erupted into chaos as the cadets clashed, their movements lightning-fast, their techniques flawless. Raven and Ava were among the first to engage, their powers locked in a fierce struggle. Derek, Lucas, and Jasmine watched closely, waiting for the perfect moment to strike.
The sound of clashing steel and the thud of fists hitting flesh filled the air as the cadets fought with every ounce of strength they possessed. Raven and Ava were evenly matched, their powers locked in a fierce struggle that seemed to shake the very foundations of the arena.
Derek, Lucas, and Jasmine waited for the perfect moment to strike, their eyes scanning the battlefield for an opening. Derek spotted an opportunity and lunged at Ava, but she was too quick and dodged his attack with ease. Lucas and Jasmine followed suit, trying to catch Ava off guard, but she was a formidable opponent and held her own.
Meanwhile, Raven was facing off against a group of cadets from the other families. He fought with precision and skill, taking down each opponent with ease. But as the battle raged on, it became clear that Raven and Ava were the two strongest contenders.
The instructors watched with keen interest, analyzing every move, every decision, and every strategy. They were looking for more than just raw power; they were looking for leadership, teamwork, and potential.
As the battle royal continued, alliances began to form and break apart. Cadets who had initially teamed up began to turn on each other, each one determined to emerge victorious. The arena was a maelstrom of chaos, with cadets fighting for their lives.
Raven and Ava finally crossed eyes again, but their duel was interrupted yet again. Licas and Derek stood in the middle facing Raven's direction, while Jasmine and Laura Rhinoaxe stood back to back with those two facing Ava. Laura looked at Ava with rage. "Oii, I didn't come here to be ignored. Im your only rival here, you hear that, Ava? " she shouted
Ava, just looked at her and responded coldly. "Who are you again?" Laura's face turned red with rage at Ava's dismissive response. "You don't remember me? I'm Laura Rhinoaxe, and I've been watching you for years. You're not as perfect as everyone makes you out to be," she spat, her voice venomous.
Ava raised an eyebrow, her expression unimpressed. "I've never heard of you," she said, her voice cold and detached. "And even if I had, it wouldn't make a difference. I'm here to win, not to make friends."
Laura's anger boiled over, and she charged at Ava with a fierce battle cry. Jasmine stood by her side, a fierce determination in her eyes. "We're going to take you down, Ava," Jasmine snarled.
Raven, meanwhile, faced off against Lucas and Derek, his eyes flashing with anticipation. "Who would've thought I'd see the day where my two big brothers team up on little ol'me!" Raven said jokingly
Derek looked at him with rage before responding. "I don't like it too, but we gave no choice. I acknowledge your strong, but I Don't get why you hid your Streangh up until now."
Lucas who was more furious finally spoke. "Don't you dare look down on us, you commoner blooded scum. We ate true Lionhearts with pure noble blood, we won't lose to the like of a mixbreed like you!"
Raven's expression turned cold at Lucas's words, his eyes flashing with anger. "So, that's what this is about," he said, his voice dripping with disdain. "You're not fighting me because I'm a threat, you're fighting me because of my bloodline."
Derek's face twisted in a snarl. "You're not a true Lionheart, Raven. You're a bastard, a mix of noble and commoner blood. You don't deserve to be part of this family. And yet father looks at you and that sl*t of a mother you have with such warmth in his eyes. I can'tstand it!!"
Raven's eyes narrowed. "I've had enough of your insults, Lucas. You think you're better than me because of your pure noble blood? Newsflash, brother: blood doesn't make you strong, it's the person inside that counts."
With a swift movement, Raven drew his sword and charged at Lucas and Derek. The two brothers were taken aback by Raven's speed and agility, but they quickly regained their composure and engaged him in battle.
Meanwhile, Ava faced off against Laura and Jasmine, her movements swift and deadly. "You think you can take me down?" Ava sneered, her eyes flashing with confidence. "I'll show you what true strength looks like."
Ava's sword sliced through the air, its blade glinting in the light as she clashed with Laura and Jasmine. The two girls were formidable opponents, but Ava was confident in her own abilities. She had trained for this moment her entire life, and she was determined to emerge victorious.
Laura charged at Ava with a powerful strike, but Ava dodged it with ease. She countered with a swift kick, but Jasmine blocked it with her own sword. The two girls exchanged blows, their movements lightning-fast as they battled for dominance.
Ava's skills were honed to perfection, and she wielded her sword with precision and deadly accuracy. She landed a series of swift strikes, each one aimed at a different vulnerable spot on her opponents. Laura and Jasmine were forced to defend themselves, their movements becoming increasingly desperate as Ava's attacks intensified.
But Laura refused to back down. She launched a fierce counterattack, her sword flashing in the light as she aimed a powerful blow at Ava's chest. Ava dodged it at the last second, her heart racing with excitement. She landed a swift kick that sent Laura stumbling back, and then turned her attention to Jasmine.
Jasmine was a skilled fighter, but Ava was determined to take her down. She landed a series of swift strikes, each one aimed at Jasmine's vulnerable spots. Jasmine tried to defend herself, but Ava's attacks were too fast, too precise. She stumbled back, her sword wavering as Ava pressed her advantage.
Ava's eyes flashed with triumph as she landed the final blow, sending Jasmine crashing to the ground. She turned her attention to Laura, who was struggling to get back to her feet. Ava's sword hovered above Laura's neck, ready to deliver the final blow.
"Do you yield?" Ava asked, her voice cold and detached.
Laura's eyes flashed with anger, but she knew she was beaten. She nodded, her face twisted in a snarl. "I yield," she spat.
Ava nodded, her expression unchanging. She sheathed her sword and stood up, her eyes scanning the battlefield. Raven was still fighting against Lucas and Derek, but Ava knew he would emerge victorious. She was the one who had taken down her opponents, and now she was ready to take on the final challenge.
With a confident smile, Ava walked towards Raven, her eyes locked on the battle unfolding before her. She was ready to join forces with him and take down their opponents once and for all. The outcome of the battle was far from certain, but one thing was clear: Ava and Raven were a force to be reckoned with.
"Stay out of this, Ava!!" Raven shouted as he continues with his fight with the two brothers. "I don't need your help with them. Instead, stay where you are and wait for our battle. I'm coming for you after I'm done here." Raven shouted.
Ava's eyes narrowed at Raven's words, but she nodded slightly, understanding the unspoken challenge. She stayed where she was, watching the battle unfold between Raven and his brothers.
Raven's sword clashed with Lucas's, the two blades meeting in a shower of sparks. Derek joined the fight, his own sword flashing in the light as he aimed a powerful blow at Raven's back. But Raven was too quick, dodging the attack with ease and countering with a swift kick that sent Derek stumbling back.
Lucas took advantage of Raven's momentary distraction and launched a fierce counterattack. His sword sliced through the air, aimed at Raven's chest. But Raven was ready for him, parrying the attack with his own sword and countering with a series of swift strikes.
The battle raged on, the three brothers exchanging blows and dodging attacks. Raven's movements were lightning-fast, his sword slicing through the air with deadly precision. Lucas and Derek were formidable opponents, but Raven's skills were honed to perfection after training under Kael for two months.
Derek landed a lucky blow, his sword slicing through Raven's defenses and striking him in the side. Raven grunted in pain, but he refused to back down. With a fierce cry, he launched a powerful counterattack, his sword flashing in the light as he aimed a series of swift strikes at Lucas and Derek.
The two brothers stumbled back, their movements becoming increasingly desperate as Raven's attacks intensified. Lucas tried to defend himself, but Raven's sword was too fast, too precise. He landed a series of swift strikes, each one aimed at a different vulnerable spot on Lucas's body.
Lucas stumbled back, his sword wavering as Raven pressed his advantage. Derek tried to intervene, but Raven was too strong. He landed a powerful blow that sent Derek crashing to the ground, and then turned his attention to Lucas.
The final blow was swift and decisive, Raven's sword slicing through Lucas's defenses and striking him with precision. Lucas stumbled back, his eyes wide with shock, and then collapsed to the ground.
Raven stood tall, his chest heaving with exertion. He looked at Ava, his eyes flashing with challenge. "Now it's your turn," he said, his voice low and deadly. "Let's see who's the strongest."