Chapter 104: First Place

The entire arena was ensnared in a hush, the remnants of the cataclysmic showdown still lingering in the atmosphere. The large screens that projected every angle of the competition were filled with static, smoke drifting away from the exposed foundation of the once-magnificent coliseum. The aura of pure energy still hung heavily, and it was palpable.

After what felt like an eternity, the familiar voice of the announcer came crackling through the PA system. However, it wasn't the usual confident and energetic timbre. This time, it was filled with astonishment. "Ladies, gentlemen, and beings of the Imperium, I think... I believe... We have our champions!"

The colossal screens finally flickered to life, showcasing Caden, with his indigo hair and violet-hued eyes, and Solari, his comrade in this monumental achievement. Their images were plastered across the display with bold letters reading: GRAND CHAMPIONS: CADEN AND SOLARI OF THE QUANTUM ECHO ORDER.