Rising of the Weakest Mage

Vol 10/Ch 93 - A Silent Lily vs a Thorned Rose

"Welcome back everyone, for the last set of the third rounds of duels for the Annual Magical Knights Tournament! Your favorite twin announcer duo is back!"

The crowd roared with excitement, as the twins Misa and Lisa opened up today's tournament duels. Everyone had been looking forward to today, as they were all waiting to see the skills of a certain student.

"The first duel today will be between none other than our Student Council President, Rose Marion, as well as Cecily Rivertide!," Misa began.

Cheers for either one of Cecily or Rose came from the crowd, as each person cheered for who they wanted to win.

"We all know about our Student Council President's skills, with her participation thus far in this year's tournament, as well as previous years! Not only is she skilled with her use of magic, but she also wields her family's rapier, nicknamed Riptide!"

Cheers for their student council president came from the crowd, as Lisa spoke about her.

"However her opponent for today, Cecily Rivertide, has shown great promise!," Misa cut in. "While currently at D rank, Cecily has managed to win her duels thus far by outwitting her opponents over magical power! Very rarely does the academy get to see those gifted in well thought out strategy in our annual tournaments!"

Cheers for Cecily came from the crowd, from those who have acknowledged her skill and wish for her to do well.

"While Rose Marion is currently the contender to win the duel, Cecily may still prove a difficult opponent for our Blue Rose!," Misa pointed out. "Stay focused everyone, as we will soon watch this duel play out!"

Cecily Rivertide took in a deep breath as she walked into the arena, where she would be facing her dear friend, Rose Marion, in her third duel.

This whole time, she has undoubtedly felt very nervous about the whole ordeal, as she is completely aware of the skill gap between her and Rose. She's trained with her firsthand, and has never come close to defeating her.

Regardless, she has already made a promise to her friends that she will do the best she can to get Rose back over to her side, over fighting for a victory. However, she still intends to win the duel on top of that.

As the twin announcers Misa and Lisa announced her and Rose entering into the arena, Cecily couldn't help but take notice of Ellen Marion, their current head director, staring down at the arena with easily noticeable disgust.

The Head Director's seat has turned into more of a throne for her majesty, Cecily thought, as she looked up at Ellen Marion with annoyance.

Just like the rest of her friends, Cecily has never been satisfied with Ellen being their Head Director, and would have preferred the kind and understanding William Windblade. Not just because he is a Windblade or his friend's former mentor, but because of the kind of person he is.

But I have more important matters to deal with at the moment, Cecily reminded herself, as both Rose and her were in the middle of the arena, waiting for the duel to begin any moment now.

"I have only one thing to say to you, Cecily," Rose spoke up out of nowhere, as she crossed her arms. "I fully intend to claim victory in this duel, and continue on my way to complete my goal of winning the tournament"

Cecily squinted her eyes, as she analyzed Rose's words and expression. Rose certainly had a look of determination and arrogance on her face, that matched the look she had the other day during their conversation. But beneath that, Cecily noticed a hint of sadness and regret in her eyes, completely opposite of the rest of her body's expression.