Alpha Reborn!

"My, oh my! It\'s simply incredible! To have such control over the Monster Tower, a special-grade sentient weapon, is truly extraordinary."

"Indeed, the Command Token grants me complete control over the Monster Tower. Its destiny now rests firmly in my hands." Evan replied, exuding confidence through his sparkling black eyes.

"Your Highness, your luck is really good!" 

"It\'s not luck, dear elders. I worked my butt off to get this far." 

The crowd hummed with excitement, their awe undiminished as they remained captivated by the astonishing display. Evan\'s extraordinary abilities had left an indelible mark on their collective memory, ensuring that his name would be forever etched in the annals of their history.

To possess a special-grade sentient weapon at the mere age of sixteen was an unprecedented feat, one that had not been witnessed since the very inception of the illustrious Sun Moon Empire. It was a testament to Evan\'s exceptional talents and a sign that he was an unparalleled leadership figure that they should follow. Otherwise, they would regret it!

Just then, Keldor made an announcement, his voice reverberating through the air, commanding everyone\'s attention.

"Attention, everyone! Listen closely. We now have a mere hour remaining in the inheritance war. During this final hour, the top five contenders will have the opportunity to challenge one another to a duel. Each contender can issue a challenge only once, and no challenge can be refused."

"Here\'s the important part: when you issue a challenge, you are not only representing yourself but also your families and guardians. Should you be defeated in the fight, the one who issued the challenge will have the right to demand anything from your backers. And let me emphasize; this demand must be fulfilled. Failure to comply will result in you and your representative getting punished in the harshest of ways as dictated by the clan\'s laws. However, if you emerge victorious in a challenge, your name will be swapped with that of the defeated opponent on the Bronze Ranking List. The individual whose name stands first on the list when time runs out, or the challenges conclude, will earn the title of Crown Prince of Frost."

"Now, young masters, prepare yourselves thoroughly. This final hour will determine not only your own fate but also the destiny of your households and guardians. The choices and actions you make in this crucial time will shape the path ahead," Keldor proclaimed.

"I have a question," Mathew raised his hand and inquired, "Can someone be challenged more than once?"

Keldor acknowledged Mathew\'s query with a nod. "Yes, indeed. The same person can be challenged multiple times, as long as they haven\'t reached their limit of challenges, which is 2."

Following Mathew\'s query, Date spoke up with a concerned expression.

"What happens if, unfortunately, someone loses their life during the duels?"

Keldor reassured him with a firm yet comforting response. 

"Rest assured, there will be no fatalities. We have taken precautions to ensure your safety. Each one of you will be provided with a life-preservation amulet meticulously crafted by the skilled artisans of the Ice Fang Household. These amulets are guaranteed to work. When your life is endangered, it will teleport you a safe distance away from the battlefield. However, that will signify that you have lost." 

His words carried a sense of relief and reassurance, alleviating the worry that had crept into the hearts of the few weak-hearted contenders. The assurance of protection added a layer of comfort amidst the impending battles that would unfold in the final hour of the inheritance war.

"Understood," Dante said.

"Can all types of weapons be used?" 

"No. Only magic weapons and energy-ranked equipment are allowed." 

Evan sighed. If there was no rule like that, he could have just used his Monster Tower to crush all his opponents! 

"Since no one else has any further questions, let the inheritance war\'s final trial of fire commence!" Keldor\'s voice echoed, signaling the beginning of the duels.

Suddenly, a resonant voice emerged from the midst of the crowd, drawing everyone\'s attention. All eyes turned toward a young man who confidently stepped forward, proudly displaying an emblem depicting a wolf on his chest. "I am Max, hailing from the illustrious House of Ice Fang. I hereby challenge the fourth-ranked contender on the bronze ranking list."

Max stood out from the crowd with his commanding presence. He was tall and confident, exuding an air of strength. His ash colored hair was neatly styled, framing his face and drawing attention to his sharp features. His eyes, with a slanted shape, mirrored his determination, and his thin lips held a hint of a disdainful smile. It was clear that he didn\'t put control type cultivators in his eyes. Evan was a rare case, but he didn\'t believe that Aiden was the type. In his eyes, Aiden was a lucky dog. If he wasn\'t Evan\'s friend, he wouldn\'t have gotten such a high ranking position in the clan\'s bronze ranking list!

Max wore gloves adorned with pentagrams, adding a touch of mystique to his appearance. Leather boots adorned his feet, reflecting his fierce spirit. Notably, he chose to enter the challenge without any visible weapons. 

\'Maybe he is going to rely solely on his own abilities and strategy to win against Aiden. What a foolish man.\' Evan laughed at Max internally.

He had easily assessed the situation and offered his valuable insight to Aiden. 

"He believes you\'re an easy target. Show him the error of his assumption."

Aiden, resolute and determined, nodded in agreement.

"I will prove him wrong."

With Evan\'s words spurring him on, Aiden prepared himself mentally and physically for the impending battle.

The stakes were high, and he understood the importance of emerging victorious in this critical confrontation.

\'I will not hold back in this battle. If push comes to shove, I will reveal all my trump cards!\' Aiden thought with a fiery conviction blazing in his eyes as he stepped forward to respond to Max\'s challenge.