The arena was silent.

The entire spectators in the arena were staring at Tony Clark, who stood at the center with disbelief and shock.

"He really defeated all twelve?!!!"

"No... this must be a dream!!!"

"One man... against all leaders of inner disciples?!!!"

Tony turned slowly while staring at all disciples without any emotion.

"Does anybody have any other opinions? Come forward if you want to test my strength!" Tony said loudly with a serious look.

Nobody said anything, as the answer was very clear. Tony was more worthy to stay inside the Nine Lotus Academy than any of them.

"...This bastard...!!!" Mark clenched his fists silently and stared at Tony in complete shock. Till now, he had never considered Tony as an opponent because, in his opinion, Tony was a useless fellow without any talent in the martial path. But now, a clear threat appeared as Tony showcased his killer move, which could even kill Mark Smith.

Rutherford, the Vice Academy Master, who stood at the edge of the arena, finally stepped forward as he needed to declare the winner.

He completely covered his disappointed look and failed plan on his face and smiled while acting.

"Good, very good. The Clark family master is really worthy of his name. You are the clear winner of this fight.

So, as promised, you will be the Core Disciple of the Nine Lotus Academy, and we will also support you with greater resources," Rutherford announced in a loud tone with a fake smile.

Julie held her sister Lily’s hand tightly with a jubilant face, as she had never expected Tony to defeat everyone.

Tony’s brother Leo was in complete shock, because even for him, defeating these 12 people was not a simple matter... but Tony did it with so much ease. He was sure that from this moment on, nobody inside the Clarke family would dare to take Tony’s position as Prince.

Emma Rock, who stood behind the Peak Master Natasha, stared with an angrier face. She had never expected Tony to be such a trickster who hid his strength really well behind the fake news.

She thought taking care of Tony and the Clarke family would be easy after she reached the pinnacle of the Martial Path. But after seeing Tony’s display of strength, she completely changed her opinion.

Peak Master Natasha felt a little hesitation in her heart. Previously, she kicked out Tony from the Healing Tower for the sake of Emma Rock. But after seeing his strength and his ability as a healer, he would bring more value to the Healing Tower than Emma Rock.

She had already made the decision of kicking out Tony, so now there was no chance of turning back.

Academy Master Da Vinci also felt really proud of Tony’s performance. He prepared to stand up and announce a reward for Tony Clark.

Just as everything was going smoothly, Tony Clark suddenly raised his hand.

"Before the Academy Master says anything, I have news to tell you," Tony said in a clear tone.

All the spectators leaned forward with interest.

"I’m leaving the Nine Lotus Academy tonight. I will no longer be a Disciple of the Nine Lotus Academy and will never feel indebted to the Academy in any case." Tony declared loudly.

"Tony Clark, don’t be impulsive." Da Vinci said in a hurry.

"I’m not impulsive. After experiencing life inside the Academy, I realized how the academy is acting without rules."

"I never violated anyone. I never made any mistakes inside the academy. I was blamed as a violent person after treating a cancer girl. I was named a fake doctor after treating SSS-class patients and earning revenue for the academy.

I was kicked out of the Healing Tower like nobody. After seeing all these things and how people were spreading rumors about me, I feel the Nine Lotus Academy is a waste of time for me!"

Tony’s voice came out clearly from all speakers around the Arena.

Each of his words caused a huge commotion among the spectators.

Even Lily, Julie, and Leo didn’t expect this.

Lily felt like rushing into the arena and stopping Tony from saying all this. But it was already late, and she clearly knew Tony wouldn’t be stopped, even if she said something.

The spectators also felt some sense in Tony’s words... because what Tony said was clearly true.

They had heard far too many rumors about Tony Clark in this one month.

Everyone said Tony Clark was a useless evil suitcase without any talent in the martial path. But the truth was before their eyes. He clearly showed his strength and proved his worthiness. Which bastard thinks he is a talentless martial artist?!

Not only that, Tony was a real doctor. They also heard the experience of women speaking about how Tony treated them without any pain. Still, the rumors spread like black news while covering the real truth.

Suddenly, the peak master Ronin stood up.

"Tony Clark, I will take you as my disciple. I will also take good care of your ability and reputation. Consider my proposal." the Sword Peak Master Ronin said in a requesting tone.

"Huh...!" Tony coughed after hearing Master Ronin’s request.

"When I stepped inside the academy, at first I was supposed to stay with my fiancee Lily on the Sword-Peak.

But you completely ignored me and didn’t even come to help. Now you want to take me as a disciple? Sorry, Master Ronin. I already made my decision. Tony Clark will never be indebted to the Nine Lotus Academy!" Tony declared.

Master Ronin fell silent as he clearly remembered how he ignored Tony and even tried to avoid seeing him on the first day.

Tony’s father, Rion Clark, who was watching all this through the projector screen, was utterly shocked. But he also felt Tony’s decision was right, as people were spreading unnecessary rumors about Tony and damaging his reputation.

Previously, Rion Clark wanted to send Tony to the academy so that he could at least increase his strength a little in the presence of competition.

But after seeing today’s display of strength by his own son, Tony Clark, he was much more eager to see him and present him with greater rewards and support from the clan.

"Is your decision final?" finally, the Academy Master Da Vinci asked with a serious look.