Seo Joon's victory spread through the outer sect like wildfire.
A new disciple defeating Rank 87 on his first challenge shocked everyone. Some admired him. Others feared him.
Many hated him.
That night, inside a secluded courtyard, several outer disciples gathered in secret.
Han Dae-Won stood at the center, his expression cold.
"He humiliated me," he said quietly. "A newcomer should not rise so quickly."
Another disciple spoke. "There's something strange about his energy. It feels… wrong."
A third whispered, "Then we expose him."
Their eyes filled with dark intent.
Seo Joon had unknowingly gained enemies