Inside the enchanted chamber, the remaining academy teams stood before the Guardian of Knowledge, waiting for the next question. The pressure had become far heavier than before. This was no longer a simple competition for points.
Every participant understood the truth now. Failure did not simply mean losing a match. Failure meant one of them could be chosen as a sacrifice—one of their own teammates could die.
The Guardian of Knowledge raised the glowing crystal in its stone hand, causing a golden light to spread across the chamber. A new question appeared on the floating screens before every remaining team.
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According to legend, in the ancient kingdom of Draconia, there exists a powerful artifact that allows a mortal to wield the power of the Heart of the Dragon.
It is said that whoever possesses the Dragon Heart will gain immense power and control over the elements.
