Chapter 287 Reward Ceremony 5

Among the countless spectators watching the broadcast, women were particularly enthusiastic, many of them practically going crazy over Nova’s handsome appearance and impressive achievements.

For countless young women across the Human Continent, the Empire’s Grand Youth Tournament had given them a new idol to admire.

After all five winners had received their rewards, the entire Human Continent had witnessed the ceremony. However, the reward ceremony wasn’t over yet.

Caelan spoke once again, drawing everyone’s attention.

"Now that we have our five junior candidates ready to enter the Secret Realm in ten days, it’s time to announce the five senior candidates who will be joining them!"

The entire Throne Hall fell silent as everyone listened to the Human Emperor.

Soon, they would finally learn the identities of the five senior candidates who would enter the Secret Realm alongside the five junior candidates.

It was well known that the Secret Realm allowed a total of sixty individuals to enter.

Although there were five major continents and the Abyss, which wasn’t officially considered a continent, the number of participants remained the same. Each race would send five junior candidates and five senior candidates.

The purpose of selecting junior candidates was to help the younger generation grow stronger by obtaining opportunities, treasures, and inheritances that would be difficult or even impossible to acquire in the outside world.

These young talents were expected to become the future pillars of their respective races. The senior candidates, on the other hand, had a different purpose.

Many of them were powerful experts who had remained stuck at their current strength levels for a long time.

By entering the Secret Realm, they hoped to discover opportunities that could help them break through their limits and reach greater heights.

Most of these individuals were Sovereigns or other powerful experts whose progress had stagnated for years, decades, or even thousands of years.

Their breakthroughs could significantly increase the overall strength of their respective races.

However, entering the Secret Realm wasn’t as simple as it sounded. Despite the incredible opportunities it offered, the place was equally dangerous and unpredictable. Even powerful experts could encounter deadly threats within its depths.

Nevertheless, the potential rewards made it an opportunity that few could afford to pass up. Returning to the ceremony, Caelan continued speaking.

"This time, I won’t be entering the Secret Realm myself. I’d like to give others an opportunity to benefit from it as well."

Nova was somewhat surprised by this decision.

Why would he give up such an opportunity?

From what Nova knew, Caelan was a Level 10 Sovereign who had spent thousands of years attempting to break through to the next realm without success.

Like the other Racial Emperors, he had entered the Secret Realm in previous years, hoping to discover an opportunity that would finally help him overcome his bottleneck.

After all, as far as Nova knew, only Caelan and the Dragon Emperor had reached Level 10 Sovereign among the Racial Emperors.

For someone at that level, the opportunity to enter the Secret Realm was undoubtedly precious. Yet Caelan had chosen to step aside this time.

Nova couldn’t help but wonder what had prompted the Human Emperor to make such a decision. "Now, I’ll announce the names of the five senior candidates who will be joining our junior candidates inside the Secret Realm!"

Caelan’s powerful voice echoed throughout the Throne Hall.

Everyone immediately became excited, eagerly awaiting the announcement of the five individuals who would represent humanity in this year’s expedition.

"First, the newly appointed Supreme Leader of the Human Twilight Order, Albert Vance!"

Everyone was surprised by Caelan’s announcement. The new Supreme Leader of the Twilight Order representing humanity was none other than Albert Vance.

The previous Supreme Leader, Darius, had secretly colluded with the Eclipse Order and the Demons.

He had been exposed as a traitor and ultimately killed by Nyxara, an event that had been witnessed by countless people across the continent through the broadcast.

Afterward, the Human Emperor had announced that a new Supreme Leader would be appointed to replace him.

And now, that person had finally been revealed. Even Nova was surprised when he heard Albert’s name.

Soon, Albert entered the Throne Hall, dressed in his Twilight Order uniform. However, this time, his attire bore the badges and insignia of the Supreme Leader, clearly marking his elevated position.

A smug expression adorned his face as he walked forward, seemingly pleased with his new status.

Seeing him, Nova smirked. When should he kill this bastard?

If Albert was entering the Secret Realm, Nova could kill him there, provided he managed to find him. Otherwise, he would have to deal with him after they returned.

After all, Albert was only a Level 8 Emperor.

Nova hadn’t forgotten what Albert had done to him. Even though Albert had helped them defend his army, he had still betrayed Nova in a cowardly manner, attempting to kill him when he least expected it.

For that alone, Albert had to die. And Ron, his accomplice, would share the same fate. Now, Nova possessed enough strength to deal with both of them without needing anyone else’s help.

However, after considering the matter, Nova decided it would be better to wait until he returned from the Secret Realm. If he encountered Albert inside, he would kill him there. Otherwise, he would deal with him afterward.

With that, Albert entered the hall and took his place beside the junior candidates after greeting the Human Emperor and the High Priestess.

Soon, his eyes met Nova’s. Nova smiled at him, and Albert nodded in return.

By this point, Albert’s suspicions about Nova being the Slaughter Monarch had been completely dispelled. He no longer had any reason to associate the young champion with that terrifying existence.

After Albert took his place, Caelan announced the second name. "The next candidate is my brother, Leon Everhart!"

Everyone’s attention immediately shifted toward a new figure.

He was a tall, handsome man with blonde hair and green eyes, bearing the unmistakable features of the Everhart family. His appearance and dignified presence made it clear that he was no ordinary individual.

This was Leon Everhart, Caelan’s younger brother and the father of Liam Everhart.

Nova was surprised to discover another Sovereign within the Everhart family. From what he could sense, Leon had reached Level 2 Sovereign Realm.

He hadn’t known much about Leon before, as he had never paid much attention to the Everhart family. After all, he hadn’t been particularly interested in the affairs of the Imperial Family.

However, seeing Leon now made him reconsider.

The Everhart family was far more powerful than he had initially thought. With Caelan at Level 10 Sovereign and Leon at Level 2 Sovereign, their strength was truly formidable.

It was no wonder the Everhart family had ruled over the Human Continent for generations. Meanwhile, countless people watching the broadcast immediately recognized Leon.

Although his fame couldn’t compare to that of the Human Emperor himself, Leon was still a Level 2 Sovereign, a realm that countless warriors could only dream of reaching.

For ordinary people, the opportunity to witness such a powerful figure was already something extraordinary. His selection as a senior candidate only further demonstrated the immense strength of the Imperial Family.

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