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Chapter 51: Elevator · Oct 15, 2026

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51 Chapter 51: Elevator 2026-10-15
52 Chapter 52: Friends 2026-10-15
53 Chapter 53: HCS-1 2026-10-15
54 Chapter 54: Accusation 2026-10-15
55 Chapter 55: Celestial Arena 2026-10-15
56 Chapter 56: Vergil 2026-10-15
57 Chapter 57: Void Streamer 2026-10-15
58 Chapter 58: Gods, Apostles, and Dreams 2026-10-15
59 Chapter 59: Mana Theory 2026-10-15
60 Chapter 60: Mission 2026-10-15
61 Chapter 61: High-risk, High-reward 2026-10-15
62 Chapter 62: Laughter 2026-10-15
63 Chapter 63: The Crimson Siblings 2026-10-15
64 Chapter 64: 527 2026-10-15
65 Chapter 65: Void Dungeon 2026-10-15
66 Chapter 66: Drowning 2026-10-15
67 Chapter 67: First Floor [1] 2026-10-15
68 Chapter 68: First Floor [2] 2026-10-15
69 Chapter 69: First Floor [3] 2026-10-15
70 Chapter 70: First Floor [4] 2026-10-15
71 Chapter 71: First Floor [5] 2026-10-15
72 Chapter 72: Truth or Dare [1] 2026-10-15
73 Chapter 73: Truth or Dare [2] 2026-10-15
74 Chapter 74: The Dark King of Imperion [1] 2026-10-15
75 Chapter 75: The Dark King of Imperion [2] 2026-10-15
76 Chapter 76: The Dark King of Imperion [3] 2026-10-15
77 Chapter 77: The Dark King of Imperion [4] 2026-10-15
78 Chapter 78: The Dark King of Imperion [5] 2026-10-15
79 Chapter 79: The Dark King of Imperion [6] 2026-10-15
80 Chapter 80: Second Floor [1] 2026-10-15
81 Chapter 81: Second Floor [2] 2026-10-15
82 Chapter 82: Second Floor [3] 2026-10-15
83 Chapter 83: Second Floor [4] 2026-10-15
84 Chapter 84: Prelude to Genesis [1] 2026-10-15
85 Chapter 85: Prelude to Genesis [2] 2026-10-15
86 Chapter 86: Descent into Madness [1] 2026-10-15
87 Chapter 87: Descent into Madness [2] 2026-10-15
88 Chapter 88: Descent into Madness [3] 2026-10-15
89 Chapter 89: No Time to Look Back [1] 2026-10-15
90 Chapter 90: No Time to Look Back [2] 2026-10-15
91 Chapter 91: Unbalanced [1] 2026-10-15
92 Chapter 92: Unbalanced [2] 2026-10-15
93 Chapter 93: Unbalanced [3] 2026-10-15
94 Chapter 94: Unbalanced [4] 2026-10-15
95 Chapter 95: Birth of Genesis [1] 2026-10-15
96 Chapter 96: Birth of Genesis [2] 2026-10-15
97 Chapter 97: Birth of Genesis [3] 2026-10-15
98 Chapter 98: We Are All Liars Here [1] 2026-10-15
99 Chapter 99: We Are All Liars Here [2] 2026-10-15
100 Chapter 100: We Are All Liars Here [3] 2026-10-15

Chapter 51: Elevator

Azriel stifled a yawn as he stood in front of the mirror, checking his reflection.

”Seriously, why do I always have to get up so early in the morning?”

It seemed like no matter what world he was in, Azriel was destined to get out of bed at 6 a.m.—whether it was for high school or now, the academy.

Not being a morning person, Azriel was already starting to consider skipping the first day.

But he quickly shook his head.

ʼI canʼt just skip the first day. Besides, Iʼm a prince now…ʼ

Dressed in the white academy uniform and black pants, Azriel nodded at his reflection before leaving his room.

Leaving his room, Azriel stepped into the elevator.

He wasnʼt in the mood to walk all the way down, no matter how beneficial some might claim it to be—especially not at this hour.

There was still 2 hours before classes would start, but knowing himself, it was better to leave as early as possible.

ʼThe class Iʼm in is HCS-1, with Instructor Ranni as the homeroom teacher... the same class as the protagonist, huh.ʼ

It would be a lie if Azriel said he was surprised that he and Lumine were in the same class.

He had almost expected it, as if it were fate.

ʼI wonder why he seemed so out of breath back in the cemetery, though...ʼ

Azriel shook his head.

ʼItʼs probably better not to know.ʼ

Lost in thought, Azriel was startled when the elevator suddenly stopped, causing him to furrow his brows.

The elevator wasnʼt exclusive to him, but he hadnʼt expected any of the first years to be up at this hour.

Most wouldnʼt even bother using the elevator, as their rooms were closer to the ground.

Unfortunately for Azriel, being the apex meant having the highest floor all to himself, which was both a privilege and a hassle.

ʼMaybe I shouldʼve just jumped from my room.ʼ

Solomon was probably joking about breaking all his bones… probably.

Azriel sighed, closing his eyes and resigning himself to the situation, hoping the person entering wouldnʼt recognize him.

By now, most people would know he was the apex with just a quick search, but at least they didnʼt have a picture of his face—yet.

”Azriel…?”

His eyes flew open at the sound of the beautiful voice directed at him.

Standing before him was someone who made him profoundly grateful that he hadnʼt given in to his darker thoughts.

All his fatigue seemed to dissolve the moment he saw her.

Her long, flowing silver hair cascaded down her back, shimmering like moonlight.

Her grey eyes locked with his crimson gaze, their intensity both captivating and soothing.

She wore the pristine white academy uniform paired with a black skirt, and her pale, slender legs were elegantly encased in black stockings.

Azriel couldnʼt help but smile.

”Celestina. What a beautiful morning it is, isnʼt it?”

Celestina gazed at his face for a few seconds before averting her eyes and standing next to him.

”…I guess it is.”

ʼIʼm glad I didnʼt decide to skip today.ʼ

Even though he had only slept for four hours, it was a different story leaving his comfortable bed.

”Congratulations on becoming the apex, Azriel.”

”So itʼs already public knowledge, huh? Thanks.”

Celestina looked at him with curiosity.

”Havenʼt you checked the rankings online?”

Azriel shook his head.

”I woke up half an hour ago and hurried to get ready so I wouldnʼt have to deal with others at this hour.”

”So, youʼre not a morning person, huh?”

”What about you, Celestina? Whatʼs your rank?”

Azriel asked, although he already knew from the book that she was ranked second.

With Lumine now in second place, it likely meant Celestina was now ranked third.

”Third.”

ʼThought so.ʼ

”Apparently, someone named Lumine Versille is ranked second.”

Azriel nodded.

”I know. I met him yesterday.”

”You did? What was he like?”

Azriel thought for a moment before responding.

”Heʼs a good person, if I say so. Though his kindness might be taken advantage of by the wrong people.”

”Is that so?”

Celestina nodded, considering the information.

It was likely she was assessing how to approach Lumine and form a connection with him.

ʼSheʼs still a princess, after all…ʼ

Perhaps she was also considering recruiting him for her faction.

Factions in the academy are akin to the four great clans in the real world.

The major factions currently in the academy are the Crimson Faction, led by Jasmine Crimson; the Nebula Faction, led by Caleus Nebula; and the Dusk Faction, led by someone Azriel didnʼt know the name of.

The Dusk Prince had graduated last year, passing his factionʼs leadership to someone else, but it remained one of the major factions.

Azriel knew that this year, Celestina would form her own faction, the Frost Faction, which would become a major player capable of competing with the others.

Of course, there were smaller factions, but most students preferred backing from one of the four great factions.

Normally, Azriel should have been interested in creating a faction, building connections, or even joining his sisterʼs faction, but he wasnʼt keen on any of that.

Besides, he saw no need for it.

ʼWhat else are elder sisters for?ʼ

Azriel was truly grateful that Jasmine was handling all of that already.

He certainly didnʼt need to ease her burdens—definitely not.

”Oh, by the way, heʼs a grade 3 intermediate like me.” Azriel added.

Celestinaʼs eyes widened.

”Are you serious?”

Celestina looked at him as though he were joking.

Azriel nodded his head.

”I am. Heʼs an actual grade 3 intermediate.”

Celestina fell silent, her gaze fixed ahead as they waited for the elevator to reach the lobby.

”…I see.”

Her whisper barely reached his ears, and Azriel inwardly sighed.

ʼCanʼt blame her.ʼ

If he remembered correctly, Celestina was currently a grade 2 Awakened, close to reaching grade 1.

The gap between her and Lumine, who was ranked second, was already significant, not to mention the gap between her and Azriel, who was ranked first.

Even in the book, she had been upset about not securing the top spot, but it must have been even more disheartening this time, being ranked third with such a large gap between her and the top two.

”Have I told you that the uniform looks beautiful on you?”

From the corner of his eye, Azriel saw Celestina flinch slightly.

”Is this your attempt at cheering me up?”

Azriel shook his head.

”No, I was just stating a fact.”

The elevator fell silent again after his words.

”…Thanks. The uniform suits you as well.”

Azriel turned his head toward Celestina.

”Is this your attempt at flirting with me?”

Celestina turned her head toward him, narrowing her eyes.

”Donʼt push your luck.”

With that, she looked ahead again.

Azriel chuckled and did the same, not mentioning the small smile that had appeared on her face.

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