Chapter 589: Just need two more people

'We are going to fight together...'

That's what Kyle said to the two men who were flying away from him to inform others about his plan. But unfortunately, he didn't want all of them to join him in the battle. He watched the duo's retreating figures and hummed softly.

"I just need two more people to harness the power of the array with me. As for the rest, it's better for them not to participate at all."

He glanced at the illusionary figure standing beside him and flicked his fingers to remove the barrier he had erected around him, Alec, and Nine a while ago so no one would hear their conversation. The illusionary figure's eyes followed him as he checked the number that appeared on the back of his hand. He then exited the stage to seek out the next arena where he would engage in his forthcoming battle.

The chaos that erupted earlier from the sudden tremor in the Gladiator Arena settled down a bit after the illusionary figures and the many individuals in robes scattered in different directions inside the arena to confirm everything was okay.

Once they confirmed the situation was under control, Vexana proclaimed loudly that everything was fine and attributed the tremor to the surplus of divine and spiritual energy in the arena. However, despite the calming of the commotion, the tension in the air escalated significantly.

Kyle stopped in mid-air above the stage where he would have his battle because even though it was vacant, his opponent was nowhere to be found. Amidst the many battles happening around him, Kyle's eyes drifted towards the golden-haired man fighting on a faraway stage.

It was Carcel; it seemed he had moved on to his next battle after a short break.

"Carcel excels in close combat. He will be the second person to wield the power of the array alongside me in battle."

He made the decision in a split second because, after battling with Carcel, he understood the man's capabilities.

"As for the last person..."

His gaze swept the surroundings; he had witnessed almost all his friends in battle. Though each had their strengths, he sought two individuals who could withstand the challenge with him, considering they were preparing to face the shadow generals.

The array he drew all over the Arena was created by him. He combined different symbols to craft a vast array that could enhance or diminish others' strengths. It also had the power to immobilize multiple individuals under his command. So he was aware that no one could destroy it unless their proficiency in arrays surpassed his.

Kyle, who placed the array, was its main master, but he knew he needed at least two more people to share its powers since it's too strong. If he took all its strength into his body, it would not be good for him. Instead of getting stronger, he might end up risking his life if his body can't handle it.

Kyle, who placed the array, was its main master, but he knew he needed at least two more people to share its powers since it's too strong. If he took all its strength into his body, it would not be good for him. Instead of getting stronger, he might end up risking his life if his body can't handle it.

However, he knew he needs to choose wisely which of his friends will share the burden with him because once the array is triggered and he shares its power with two others, the power bestowed upon them will remain with them until the array remains active... or until they die. Even he himself can't take back the power he gave them.

It can be perceived as a flaw in the array since he clearly held the master position, but he understood that something of such immense power cannot be flawless. He simply has to choose his friends. After all, even though he had just spent only a few days with them, he knew he could trust them all. So, he doesn't need to worry.

Kyle glanced at Yue, Lara, and Mia. The three of them were also fighting on different hovering stages. But even though the girls could use weapons, they lacked prowess in close combat. Moreover, just as he wished to protect Yue, he knew Alec and Carcel, who seemed close to Lara and Mia, wouldn't want to endanger the two girls. So, he couldn't let them join. Sinon and Jian were eliminated right away because Jian was a mage, and although Sinon excelled in combat, all his skills were water-based. Ultimately, he had to choose the final person from Alec, Nine, and Regius.

Kyle rubbed his chin as he spotted Regius in the crowd and watched as the elven man engaged in a battle with a dwarf.

"His fighting style is somewhat brutal. But I can see he's avoiding harming all the vital parts of his opponent..."

While he liked it, when he shifted his attention to Nine, he noticed that Nine's physique was very strong. Combined with the double sword he wielded, in his opinion, Nine was stronger than Regius overall. Kyle's gaze did wander toward Zron, Susan, and Yon, but for some reason, he just couldn't trust the three old men the same way as his friends.

He was scanning the area when a man from the demon race appeared before him and chuckled loudly.

"Human, so you are my opponent? I know who you are... you are the nature's favorite, right? Are you ready to meet your end at my hands? Though I have not seen your fights or how you got so many points in the first round, I know I have reached the last stage of the transcendent rank. Therefore, there's no way you can defeat me!"

The demon flashed a sinister grin when Kyle glanced at him with a blank face. Just like all others from the dark side present in the arena, he too was tasked with obtaining a drop of blood from this human before him. That's why even though he had never laid eyes on Kyle before, he recognized him as the one who held the title of nature's favorite. But his smile stiffened when Kyle looked away with a bored expression.

"You-!"

He wanted to curse the human before him, but the illusionary figure overseeing their stage instructed them to descend onto the stage and ready themselves for combat.