Infinite System Inheritor Return From The Abyss

"Attention, participants," Mr. Gideon began, his voice ringing loud and clear. "As you've likely noticed, the competition is heating up. Allow me to add a little more... excitement."

The screen shifted to show a leaderboard with group numbers displayed. The rankings showed how many marbles each group possessed. Most groups had two marbles, but three were noticeably empty.

"The final marble you're all after," Mr. Gideon continued, "is the deciding factor. Once this marble is claimed, three groups will be eliminated immediately. That's right—there aren't enough marbles for everyone."

Gasps and murmurs broke out among the groups in the clearing. The reality hit them hard: failure to secure the last marble would mean elimination.

"You have less than four hours before sunset," Mr. Gideon said with a devilish grin. "Good luck, and may the best survive."

The screen disappeared, leaving the clearing in an eerie silence. The groups began eyeing each other warily, the weight of the announcement sparking a palpable tension.

Andrew looked at his group, his jaw tight. "So that's it. Three groups are out."

Kaye looked terrified. "That could be us."

"It won't be," Seojun said, his voice steady. His sharp gaze was fixed on the crater. "If we want to survive, we need that marble. Stay focused."

Andrew clenched his fists. "Then we have to be smart about this. Fighting all of them is suicide."

Seojun nodded. "Let them waste their strength. We'll strike when the time is right."

The group exchanged determined glances before turning their attention back to the chaos that was beginning to unfold. Groups were already starting to argue, some even drawing weapons. The race for the final marble had truly begun.

Seojun's group stayed where they were, backing further into the trees. The clearing had gone eerily quiet as everyone kept their eyes locked on the glowing red marble floating above the crater.

It seemed no one wanted to make the first move.

Suddenly, one of the groups broke the silence. A man climbed onto a large rock at the edge of the crater. Without hesitation, he jumped high into the air, his hand outstretched as he grabbed the red marble.

"That's it!" Andrew said, taking a step forward.

But before he could move further, chaos erupted. Stay connected through empire

The moment the man landed with the marble in his hand, other groups charged toward him.

Fireballs, ice shards, and bursts of energy flew through the air as the groups attacked each other. The man with the marble barely had time to react before he was knocked to the ground by an explosion.

"Avoid fights!" Kyle yelled, gripping a large stick like a weapon. "Let's try to get the marble too while they're distracted!"

"No!" Kaye cried, grabbing his arm to stop him. "Stop, brother! Look—it's too dangerous!"

She pointed toward the clearing. The groups were exchanging brutal attacks, using every skill and weapon they had. The air was filled with heat, light, and the sound of clashing powers

"We'll just get hit—or worse, eliminated," Kaye added, her voice trembling. She glanced upward, her face pale as she saw the glowing screen high above them.

Several group numbers were already crossed out, their eliminations confirmed.

Andrew's jaw tightened as he watched the chaos. "This is insane. If we don't act fast, we'll lose our chance."

"Rushing in will get us killed," Seojun said calmly. He stood still, watching the fight unfold with a calculating expression. "Let them tear each other apart. We'll move when the time is right."

Kyle nodded reluctantly, pulling Kaye closer to him. "Fine, but we need to stay alert. They could come for us next."

The group retreated further into the shadows, keeping a low profile as the battle in the clearing intensified. The red marble was constantly changing hands as groups fought for control.

Fire exploded in the air, lightning cracked down, and the ground shook from the sheer force of the skills being used.

Kaye flinched at every loud sound, her eyes wide with fear. "How are we supposed to compete with this?" she whispered.

"We don't," Seojun replied, his tone firm. "Not yet."

Andrew looked at him. "You have a plan?"

Seojun nodded slightly, his eyes never leaving the fight. "We wait. When they're too tired or too few, we strike."

"But what if someone gets away with the marble before that?" Kyle asked, his voice tense.

"They won't," Seojun said with quiet confidence. "They're too focused on eliminating each other to notice what's happening around them."

The group stayed hidden, watching as the battle raged on. One by one, people were eliminated, their numbers crossed out on the screen above. The clearing was turning into a battlefield, and it was clear that only the strongest—or the smartest—would survive.

Seojun's eyes narrowed as he spotted an opening in the chaos. He turned to the group, his voice steady and calm. "Get ready. Our time is coming."

Seojun's group froze as figures stepped out from the trees, surrounding them.

"Moss!" Lila said angrily, glaring at the leader of the group.

Moss smirked. "You can't escape now," he said, his tone mocking. His group laughed, their weapons ready.

Kyle pulled Kaye behind him protectively. "Looks like they only have one marble," he muttered. "They're going to take our blue marble!"

"What the heck?!" Andrew shouted, stepping forward. "You don't even have a blue marble yet? Go get your own! Don't steal from people who worked for it!"

Moss's grin widened. "Oh, we will. Starting with yours."

Suddenly, vines shot up from the ground, wrapping around Andrew's body. Before he could react, they threw him hard against a rock with the guy with Moss used his vine manipulation.

"Andrew!" Lila and Kaye screamed as he fell to the ground, groaning in pain.

Lila glared at Moss, her fists shaking. "You're a coward, Moss! Attacking us like this—you're pathetic!"

Moss walked closer, his smirk never fading. "Just give it up, Lila. You're no match for us. Hand over the marble, and maybe we'll let you go."

Seojun, who had been silent the whole time, stepped forward. He stood in front of Lila, his face calm but his eyes sharp.

"Are you done talking?" Seojun asked, his voice cold.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

Moss frowned, confused by Seojun's confidence. "What did you say?"

Seojun didn't answer. Instead, he glanced back at his group. "Stay behind me," he said quietly. "This won't take long."

"Seojun, wait—" Lila started, but he held up a hand to stop her.

Moss laughed, "You think you can fight all of us alone? Don't make me laugh!"

Seojun tilted his head slightly, a small smirk appearing on his face. "We'll see,"

The air around Seojun grew heavy, making Moss's group hesitate. They glanced at each other nervously.

"Don't just stand there! Attack him!" Moss shouted, trying to sound confident.

His group charged forward—but as they did, it became clear they had made a huge mistake.