The Legendary Mage novel Chapter 189

Alavin met her gaze, and his fingertips deftly tapped the wooden chair. "Elder Jaslin, enough is enough. Let's not make a scene; it's no good for anyone. If you truly seek a reckoning, I have but two words for you… Well deserved! Not enough? Four words then. Death is too kind!”

“You bastard!!” Elder Jaslin erupted in rage.

“Halt!” Commander Kashann entered the great hall. His voice was cold as he reprimanded Jaslin, “Do you not know your place?”

“Commander.” Everyone rose to their feet.

Elder Jaslin stifled her fury, glaring at Alavin before slowly retreating to her seat. She had no ground to stand on, for Nysah and Ogmundr had a plan to slay Alavin. Even if Elder Jaslin tried to bring the matter before the Organization, Alavin was beyond her reach now, for he was no longer a mere servant to be disposed of at will.

Alavin added with a sneer, “If you can, then kill me. If you can't, I will never bow my head."

“You…” Jaslin Elder nearly rose again.

“Enough! This is the Cobalt Hall!” the Commander chided sharply.

Jaslin glared at Alavin with seething eyes but withdrew her menacing aura.

The Commander walked to the head of the hall, gesturing for all to be seated, and declared, “Alavin has brought honor to Cobalt Strike through his exploits in The Clash of Eight Orders. He demonstrated exceptional talent and determination. He no longer belongs among the Freshman Protégés. I propose, henceforth, to elevate Alavin to the rank of Golden Protégé. Do any of you object?”

The Elders did not dissent; the fact was clear, and opposition was futile.

“I thank you, Commander.” Alavin rose and bowed in gratitude.

“Traditionally, a Golden Protégé would be mentored by an Elder. Elders, who will volunteer?”

Silence filled the hall because the matter had already caused a stir. Alavin’s stance was clear, and no one was eager to take him as an apprentice.

"Who believes themselves worthy to guide Alavin?" the Commander asked with a slight frown. Is there truly no one willing to mentor Alavin, or is there fear of offending the Grand Elder?