Hubert pointed a trembling finger at Delmuth, who had stepped forward, and shouted.

“W-What! Why are you coming out?”

“Why not? Is there a rule against it?”

Delmuth’s icy tone shut Hubert up. There was nothing he could say. Traditionally, tower masters and elders refrained from participating in duels for the sake of decorum. However, in ancient times, it wasn’t uncommon for elders to clash directly.

With Delmuth’s entry, the atmosphere shifted dramatically once again. The Scarlet Tower’s mages were paralyzed with indecision, helplessly pacing in place.

“Who will face me?”

Delmuth’s piercing gaze swept over the Scarlet Tower side. …