The Author's POV

"An announcement that will shake the foundations of the human domain."

Maximus's words thunderously rang through every corner of the venue as the hearts of everyone witnessing the scene started beating faster.

Be it the people attending or those watching from whatever means that had, everyone's eyes were glued on Maximus in the middle of the hall.

With all the attention focused on him, Maximus's composure remained firm.

Then, opening his mouth, he finally made his announcement.

"We've just received news that in a month from now, the three other races have decided to host a conference in the elven domain to discuss whether humanity will be able to join their alliance..."

Silence.

Absolute silence enshrouded the hall and the whole human domain. Everyone, from the people present in the hall or watching outside, opened their eyes widely as Maximus's words repeatedly rang through their ears.

The silence did not last for long, however, as all the reporters simultaneously stood up and the flashes coming from the cameras repeatedly flashed across the stage.

"Your excellency Maximus, are your words true?"

"Will humanity finally join hands with the other races?"

"What is the so-called event that will happen in a month's time? Any more details on that?"

The questions were endless, and it wasn't only the reporters that asked the questions as the people that were invited also started to ask questions, not caring about their statuses.

The Union wasn't kidding when they said that this was a huge announcement.

Everyone was prepared to hear something outrageous, but this was beyond their expectations.

It had to be noted that ever since the three races entered the earth, they had never tried to associate with humanity.

But out of nowhere they suddenly wanted to join hands with humanity?

This was mind-blowing.

Just imaginining the technology and trades that they could make with the other races once they allied together made everyone realize that humanity was soon going to face a new era of prosperity.

It made them all excited!

'So he's already announced it?'

Staring at the scene from behind, Kevin leaned on one of the tables and took a sip of his drink.

He of course knew of the event before anyone present.

However, it wasn't the Union that told him, but it was in actual fact, the red book.

With him being able to see what Ren was up to, he of course knew what was going on. In fact, he knew even before the Union did.

This was why he refused to tell the others about it. After all, only he knew the secret of the book.

'Now that I think about it, it's been a while since I last checked the book…'

About half a year or so.

Since Ren was doing fine and spending most of his time training, Kevin no longer felt the need to check the book.

He too had been training like crazy during this past year, and he wanted to see for himself just how much Ren had improved.

Since they were going to reunite soon, he didn't want to be spoiled too much.

A competitive flame ignited in his eyes as his thoughts paused there.

After all, he was planning on having a good spar when they would once again meet. If possible, he wanted to give him a good beating too.

The amount of crap Ren said the last time he checked the book pissed Kevin off quite a bit.

"Everyone please quiet down."

Disrupting Kevin out of his thoughts was Maximus's voice.

Following this, a terrifying pressure enveloped the entire hall, instantly shutting down the mouths of all the people present.

"Thank you."

everyone stopped talking, relaxing his shoulders,

questions to ask, but I would like for all of you to please calm down

the way he worded them made it seem as though he was asking a favor from the audience, but the commanding tone could

"Good."

step forward, Maximus continued

scope of deciding whether we are eligible for joining their alliance or not. They had one request when telling us to come,

eyes scanned the audience like

simple terms, they are asking

the heads of everyone present, everyone

trying to have us prove? That

He was a reporter

the reporter, Maximus

display to them the abilities of our

room with his eyes, Maximus's eyes

on Kevin that

suddenly felt an electric shock course through his body, jolting

'Strong...'

He inwardly muttered.

stare, but Kevin could feel just how big

his face, Maximus turned his attention back towards

are worth investing in...prove to them

the hall as complicated looks

were being treated as mere objects

also knew just how important this opportunity was

frown of some of

person asked decided to

many people can

"Good question."

device in his ear,

"Five?"

throughout the hall as they

head, Maximus

tried to ask for more, but the elves aren't too keen on letting too many

again quieted down as they all understood the implication behind his

they were being granted a chance, with only five hundred people present, they were going to be at the mercy of

did anything to piss them off, they could

the

reporter asked. He was from A.I.S.R, another famous news

people present as

to participate in the event. This was a chance for

without a doubt

hall shared these same thoughts as all eyes focused

experienced in reading expressions, Maximus knew exactly what they were thinking and once again poured cold water on the heads of

of the five hundred members

"What!?"

the others. But it was clear that Maximus did not care about

people that we've selected have already proven to us

lowering it down, Maximus gestured for everyone present to

before, of the five hundred, there are still

how do we

the question, it was actually one of

to face the

the next month or so. Just before the conference will start. The top one hundred contestants of

many of those that were interested in joining finally saw

sink in for a good minute,

that's

his blazer, he waved his hand and made his way toward the stairs that led to the

"Oh right."

took a couple of steps away from the mike, recalling something, he turned to face the mike once

those four hundred people that have been selected, you will soon receive a message on your devices telling you about participation, but I want you

through, Maximus's face suddenly turned

everyone in the hall, his deep

here to represent humanity. Your refusal will be treated the same as

they felt the slight killing intent hidden behind his words. Some of the reporters who were only regular humans even

Maximus's words

and refused, they would

in,