The brilliant white glow from the Truth-Seeker Orb that had validated Daniel's will finally subsided, leaving a stunned silence in its wake across the vast plaza of Astralis Academy's Upper House.
One hundred points. An unprecedented score. Even Director Gareth Sterling, a man who had seen countless prodigies pass through these halls, looked momentarily speechless, his usual stern look gave way to a deep, almost uneasy, expression of thought.
The whispers among the gathered aspirants, already stirred by Daniel's earlier record-breaking feats, now swelled to a crescendo of awe and disbelief.
"A perfect hundred? Is that even possible?"
"He's not just strong; he's got the will of a saint! Or a very convincing liar…"
"Protect humanity? Unravel universal mysteries? Sounds like he's aiming to become the next Stargate Messiah!"
Ayra, her S-Grade Crystal Gloves gleaming, just shook her head, a bewildered grin on her face.
