-723- Should be savored properly

Nevertheless, tonight's Night Party is destined for an incomplete end.

This fact is not limited to those perceptive individuals; even ordinary students who have come to watch can sense it.

But this is precisely what everyone hopes to witness.

"It's been half a month since we had real combat."

"Tonight, we finally get to see an exciting battle."

"I can't wait."

"Yeah."

One after another, students engage in such discussions with excitement in their expressions.

It's not just these students; those paying attention to this Night Party are also watching from afar.

For example, Domon Hinowa, Kamo Subaru, and Yuge Mutsura, who are seated in the VIP section.

For instance, a masked man with six doll-like figures standing at a distance from the school building's rooftop.

Also, Kimberly, wearing a professor's uniform, leans against a tree trunk, arms crossed, observing as well.

Furthermore, all those present or lurking in the shadows with their own agendas are watching the developments in the arena.

It's evident that the "Kreuzrittern," led by Alice Bernstein and Rosenberg, have a significant influence on the outcome of the Night Party, as they've garnered the attention of so many.

Now, the legion that nearly controls the entire Night Party's result takes the stage.

"Tap!"

These were the sound of remarkably orderly footsteps.

One by one, automata dressed like Crusader knights, wearing full-body armor and helmets, formed neat rows, marching toward this side. As they did, their iron boots struck the ground with powerful force, producing resonant sounds.

It was evident that these were automatons from the same series.

In front of these automatons, students were also lined up neatly, entering the arena together.

Leading them was none other than Rosenberg.

This scion of a German noble family led a legion potent enough to dominate the Night Party into the arena.

At this moment, the gaze of the entire audience was completely captivated by this formidable legion. As if bewitched, holding their breath.

Only Alice, standing alongside Cedric, seemed to distance herself from these people, merely displaying a smile towards Rozen.

Rozen, in turn, raised his gaze to look at all the members of the "Kreuzrittern."

Shortly after, Rosenberg's eyes, as the leader, met Rozen's.

Rosenberg smiled at Rozen.

It wasn't a friendly smile, but it wasn't hostile either.

Certainly, this smile was elegant and carried an air of nobility, but it also exuded a sense of coldness, disdain, and confidence.

It indicated that while Rosenberg didn't dismiss Rozen entirely, he also didn't consider him a formidable threat.

Alice mentioned that this person seemed to be a very cautious individual.

However, if Rozen were to describe his first impression from the surface, it would be simply "putting on airs."

In fact, that wouldn't be entirely inaccurate.

At least, in the next moment, the other side indeed did such a thing.

Rosenberg halted his own steps and extended a hand towards those behind him.

"Boom!"

The students and automatons that had entered the arena in a neat formation immediately stopped their steps simultaneously. Their footsteps struck the ground with a resounding noise.

Rosenberg used a single gesture to halt the movements of everyone.

This demeanor was reminiscent of a true leader of an army. Seeing Rosenberg in this manner, with such grandeur, it would be difficult for anyone to perceive him as a lowly 74th place contender, and he appeared even more formidable than Magnus, didn't he?

With this, he controlled a powerful legion and advanced toward Rozen.

Before long, Rosenberg arrived in front of Rozen.

"Are you 'Fimbulvetr's Winter'?"

Rosenberg gazed at Rozen and spoke with an elegant voice.

"I apologize for my late arrival. I could have appeared last night, but it seems that an important guest from another nation arrived in our homeland. As a member of the Rosenberg family, I was allowed to witness it. I temporarily left the academy yesterday. I hope I haven't kept you waiting too long."

Rosenberg said these words.

It was clear that he was provoking.

If Rozen didn't already know Rosenberg's true personality from Alice, he might have genuinely thought that Rosenberg was arrogant, wouldn't he?

So,

"Even if you deliberately provoke me here and attempt to test me, it will all be in vain."

Rozen spoke calmly in front of Rosenberg.

"No need to be so cautious. Just as you've planned, you intend to overwhelm us with numbers, right? In that case, I'm sure I'll lose. Is that what you're thinking?"

At this point, Rozen's tone carried a hint of a smirk.

In response to this, the smile on Rosenberg's face froze for a moment and then receded.

"Just as I thought, you're not an easy opponent to deal with. No wonder Felix fell into your hands."

Rosenberg's tone turned cold.

Unfortunately,

"You're not as challenging as I imagined," Rozen said with a dismissive smile. "You seem to pride yourself on balancing every aspect, even when you have a significant advantage. You must believe that this is the principle of a true upper-class person, a real king, someone who truly dominates everything. It's like playing house with a child trying to act grown-up, rather boring to the extreme. Compared to you, Alice is more interesting."

The words that Rozen spoke so calmly caused Rosenberg's expression to change.

"Pfft."

Alice, who had been listening to their conversation, chuckled unexpectedly.

As for all the members of Kreuzrittern, they were angered by the clear insult.

"How dare you!"

"Actually insulted our Lord!?"

"You're asking for death!"

The members of the Knights of the Cross became furious one by one, releasing tremendous magical power that caused the automatons around them to react and release magic as well.

Seeing this, a glint flashed in Rozen's eyes.

However, Rozen's expression remained unchanged, indifferent and nonchalant, bearing the torrent of magical power that shook the atmosphere. Only Yaya by his side remained on alert.

In this situation, the atmosphere became extremely hostile.

Rosenberg raised his hand again to stop his subordinates, and he looked coldly at Rozen.

"I issued the command to deal with 'Surround Roar.'"

With this sentence, Rozen suddenly raised his gaze.

Seeing this, Rosenberg let out a cold laugh.

"It's precisely because of my caution that I don't allow any surprises, even when I have a huge advantage. So, when it comes to 'Surround Roar,' which inexplicably increases its power, it must be guarded against."

This is why Alice cornered Frey into a desperate situation, to test.

"Although I enjoy it myself."

Alice kindly reminded as if not missing any opportunity to make people feel uncomfortable.

"I will make you feel the same despair as her."

Rosenberg left with these words, then turned and walked away from Rozen.

"Despair?"

Rozen watched him leave and also smiled.

He smiled without any emotions.

After all,

"Indeed, when it's time to give someone despair, it should be savored properly."

That's why Rozen needed to stand here.

The long-awaited Night Party began in this way.

Tonight, it was destined to be brutal.