Chapter 19: A Gathering of Stars

The Elite Assembly - A Dramatic Showdown

The day of the Elite Assembly finally arrived. The atmosphere in the school was tense, everyone knew that this was an important event not only for the participating contestants but also for the families behind them. This was not just an intellectual competition, but a covert war for power and influence. Minh Hoang felt his mood becoming more and more strained. He knew that facing the challenges was not only about winning the competition, but also about the deep secrets that were gradually being revealed.

In the auditorium, the lights shone brightly, and the attendees could feel the weight of the event. Minh Hoang stood in the center of the stage, among powerful opponents, and couldn't avoid feeling watched. He could feel Thanh Khai's eyes following him from afar, but also noticed the presence of others - names not to be easily dismissed.

First, Duat Van entered. He always maintained a cold exterior, but his eyes had the brilliance of someone who knew how to control everything around him. Duat Van was one of the most formidable opponents in this competition, not only because of his superior intelligence but also because of his relationships and power in the underworld.

"Minh Hoang, I won't easily give this position to you," Duat Van whispered as he passed Minh Hoang, his eyes sharp. Minh Hoang did not answer, only smiled slightly. He was too familiar with Duat Van's attitude, and knew that this battle was not only about winning or losing but also about mental strength.

Next, Le Hao Thien entered, his face cold, his demeanor like an heir to the throne. He didn't need to say much, just one look was enough to make many people in the room wary. Minh Hoang clearly felt the tension between Hao Thien and Duat Van. They were like two main rivals in a big battle, although no one spoke, but the atmosphere was unusually tense.

"Don't let me have to worry about you for too long," Hao Thien coldly looked at Duat Van, while he just smirked.

Minh Hoang was slightly startled, but tried to remain calm. He couldn't let himself be drawn into the battle of these people, after all, Hao Thien and Duat Van both had dark secrets that he had not yet fully discovered.

Finally, Dich Thua Han appeared. Unlike everyone else, Dich Thua Han did not bring an overly prominent appearance. He entered the room with a cold, emotionless look. But Dich Thua Han's silence made everyone wary. Minh Hoang realized that Dich Thua Han could be an important card in this game. He did not want to attract attention, but he knew that Dich Thua Han's hiding brought an unpredictable power.

"This competition is not just about intelligence," Dich Thua Han said, his voice deep and cold. "But also about the ability to master situations that no one expects."

Minh Hoang felt a tense atmosphere envelop the entire room. He began to understand that the Elite Assembly was not simply an academic competition. It was like a power struggle, where everyone had to fight to protect their position in society. No one could afford to lose, especially when there were powerful people like Duat Van, Hao Thien, and Dich Thua Han.

The Dramatic Competition

The exam began, and the contestants began to participate in the challenges. Minh Hoang felt nervous when facing complex questions, but with Thanh Khai's support from afar, he gradually regained his composure. However, not everyone could easily overcome the challenge.

Duat Van began to show his superiority in the rounds, passing each question with agility and excellent analytical skills. Minh Hoang could not help but admit his talent, but felt uneasy every time Duat Van looked at him.

Hao Thien was not far behind. He used his patience and sharp logical thinking to solve the questions, making everyone pay attention. But despite his cold exterior, Minh Hoang knew that Hao Thien was also caught up in this endless war, where there was no room for weakness.

Meanwhile, Dich Thua Han quietly observed, not being too prominent in the rounds. But Minh Hoang knew that he was not someone to be easily overlooked. Every step of Dich Thua Han exuded a careful calculation. He was playing a long game, and no one could guess his true purpose.

The competition gradually became intense, and Minh Hoang realized that, between the intellectual challenges, there was also a silent war for power taking place. He not only had to compete with powerful opponents in the competition, but also had to face the hidden plots that he had not yet fully discovered.

With each passing minute, Minh Hoang felt more clearly that the Elite Assembly was not only a competition of intellectuals, but also a battle to gain power and position in a world full of dark manipulators.