"She is the daughter of the Sword Emperor."
"It's no surprise she holds the First Rank of our year."
"True talent really lies in the bloodline."
The whispers spread like wildfire, weaving through the crowd as students exchanged glances, their voices hushed yet brimming with fascination.
The name of the Sword Emperor was not one uttered lightly—it carried weight, reverence, and an undeniable sense of history.
His legend had long since transcended the boundaries of nobility and common birth; whether one hailed from a grand estate or a humble village, all knew of the man who stood at the pinnacle of strength.
The Strongest Ascended.
One of the Five Heroes who had vanquished the Demon King.
Valencia stood at the front of the everyone stood on the chair, poised yet inwardly bracing herself against the inevitable tide of speculation.
