The duel between Aldrich and Aydin had come to a definitive close, with Aydin Astravon failing to claim even a single victory against Aldrich Aldaman.
For Aldrich, while it had been amusing to participate in a match where he maintained the upper hand throughout, a part of him couldn't shake the feeling that it had been a waste of precious time and energy resources better spent refining his skills rather than spoon-feeding an opponent who couldn't keep up.
At least, that's what the duel's outcome seemed to suggest.
Yet deep down, Aldrich knew better.
Aydin Astravon was no novice. Just like Aldrich himself, Aydin is an S-rank student, an accolade that carries significance within Eldora Institute. S-rank status wasn't handed out lightly; it meant excellence, talent, and a fierce drive to surpass limits.
In his own right, Aydin was a genius.
And to be fair, their duel had only measured their raw physical abilities under the influence of mana, nothing more.
