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."

relaxing

questions to ask, but I would like for all of you to please calm down and let me continue

he worded them made it seem as though he was asking a favor from the audience, but the commanding tone could not be hidden from

"Good."

forward, Maximus continued

of deciding whether we are eligible for joining their alliance or not. They had one request when telling

eyes scanned the

they are asking us to

water had been poured on the heads of everyone present, everyone cooled down from their previous excitement

they trying to have us prove?

spoke amidst the tension. He was a reporter from a

his attention towards the reporter, Maximus nodded

to display to them the abilities of our top-ranked people as well as the younger

with his eyes, Maximus's eyes paused

paused on Kevin that was

from the distance, Kevin suddenly felt an electric shock

'Strong...'

He inwardly muttered.

Kevin could feel just how

on his face, Maximus turned his

when choosing an investment. We need to convince the other races that we are worth investing in...prove to them that were are not dead weight.

in the hall as complicated looks flashed across the faces of some of the

they were being treated as mere objects that

also knew just how important this opportunity was for

wasn't long before the frown of some of the people

another person asked

many people can we

"Good question."

device in his ear, Maximus opened his palm and

"Five?"

the hall as they looked at Maximus's

his head, Maximus

hundred. We are to bring five hundred people maximum. We've tried to ask for more, but the elves aren't too keen on letting too many

again quieted down as

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

them

are the members

asked. He was from

instantly drew the attention of the people present as they were all interested in

the event. This was a

they managed to perform well, they would without a doubt bring a lot of prestige and honor to

hall shared these same thoughts as all eyes focused

once again poured cold water on the heads

five hundred members

"What!?"

the others. But it was clear that Maximus did not care about their opinion at all as

four hundred people that we've selected have already proven

it down, Maximus gestured for everyone

are still one hundred spots that are open for people to

how do we access

time, instead of it being a reporter asking the question, it was actually one of the guests present

the guest, Maximus

Just before the conference will start. The

many of those

his words sink in for a good

that's enough

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

"Oh right."

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

message on your devices telling you about

face suddenly

hall, his deep

are not allowed to refuse. You are here to represent humanity. Your refusal will be treated the same

people present as they felt the slight killing intent

Maximus's words were

were selected and refused, they

sink in, everyone drew