The undercurrents of Rodova's dominant win in Group B rippled far beyond the cheering crowds and the celebratory atmosphere inside the Sky-God Arena.
Just as Rodova had quietly watched Group A's preliminary round early this morning, now it was Geneva, Clarence, and other top academies who sat with sharp focus, analyzing every move made by their competitors.
Gu Ramos, Geneva's captain, leaned forward slightly, arms crossed as his eyes locked onto the jumbotron replay of Rodova's performance. His expression was stoic, but the subtle tension in his jaw betrayed his unease.
"We knew Yu Shen was very strong, but those two first years are beyond our expectations.
I know Su Ran warned me about his younger brother potentially making it to the team, and that he was a real talent.
However, it's just absurd that he's so strong so fast.
And it's not just him alone…. That Leo Skyshard kid is a real menace too—" Ramos remarked, his voice quiet but firm.
