I stared at Im Sobaek, who looked exhausted.

Frankly, the fact that he had overwhelmed the Sword Judge after having stayed up all night talking with Gongson Sim and depleting his spiritual energy was an impressive feat. Not just in martial skill, but in mental endurance as well.

It made sense that he looked worn out.

Now that the Alliance Leader had clearly stated that the Sword Judge would issue the next challenge, no one else would shamelessly step up here. Im Sobaek slowly walked across the sparring arena, surveying the gathered crowd.

“I have something to say about my reappointment as Alliance Leader.”

“……”

Today, Im Sobaek was especially deliberate in making eye contact with everyone, as if he was trying to memorize each face.