I, the All-Class Magus, All My Awakening Skills are LvMax - Chapter 3

Chapter 2: Chapter2-The Awakening Begins
“Alex, are you aware that we’re in the middle of a class?” Benjamin, stern-faced, rapped the blackboard sharply from the lectern, reprimanding, “If you have personal grievances, settle them elsewhere. This is a classroom, not a playground for your disputes!”

With the fall of his words, an invisible aura of authority emanated from him, silencing the room instantly.

John, aware of Benjamin’s former strength as a gold-tier gale magus, chose not to counter and further provoke Alex, respecting his teacher’s presence.

On the other hand, Alex, having been chastised out of the blue, was seething with rage.

His face flushed with anger and his body trembling, he glared at John with fiery eyes.

Pointing at John, he struggled to articulate his thoughts.

With Benjamin present, he dared not act rashly.

After a tense moment, Alex, filled with resentment, threatened, “John, after today, I’ll show you the vast gulf between you and me!”

John, indifferent to such childish threats, didn’t even spare Alex a glance and returned to his seat.

Daniel, John’s desk mate, brimming with excitement, gave John a thumbs up, “Man, John, you rock! I’ve always disliked Alex, flaunting his wealth, thinking everyone should bow to him.”

Daniel’s family was also well-off, but his personality was worlds apart from Alex’s.

Having shared a desk with John for three years, their relationship was solid, both sharing a common disdain for Alex.

After a pause, Daniel voiced his concern, “But still, John, be careful. I heard the Foster family recently connected with some big financial tycoon. Watch out, he might seek revenge.”

John waved his hand dismissively, “Don’t worry, I can handle that kind of guy.”

John had never been one to shy away from trouble.

Even unawakened, he wasn’t afraid of someone like Alex, let alone if he awakened today.

The classroom soon returned to its usual tranquility.

While Benjamin continued his monologue, often likened to pouring out ‘chicken soup for the soul’, John promptly sprawled across his desk and succumbed to sleep.

The exertions with that woman had indeed left him drained; he needed to rest up, gathering energy for the upcoming Awakening Ceremony.

Time trickled by, and soon it was midday.

At the strike of twelve, a voice, both majestic and solemn, echoed throughout Stellarburg: “The hour has arrived, the Awakening Ceremony officially commences!”

“All unawakened individuals in Stellarburg who have reached the age of eighteen, please proceed to the Awakening Temple under the guidance of your instructors. Upon reaching the Awakening Square, everyone is to wait in place. Disturbances and loud noises are strictly forbidden. Any violations will result in forfeiture of this awakening opportunity.”

The booming announcement jolted John from his slumber.

Lifting his head, he noticed that everyone in the class was fixated on the scene unfolding outside, their eyes ablaze with excitement.

Turning to look, John’s gaze was captured by the spectacle in the sky.

There, figures shrouded in radiance hovered above Stellarburg.

Some held staffs twinkling with starlight, others were draped in mystical, rune-etched priest robes, and some donned glittering golden armor, resembling deities descended upon the mortal realm.

The voice that had spoken belonged to none other than Eldritch Blackwood, the principal of StellarSea Academy.

Blackwood was the only individual in Stellarburg to have reached the transcendent-tier of level seventy, a Sacred Word Priest.

He stood as a true high-tier awakener, a figure of awe and reverence.

Benjamin straightened his clothes, his expression solemn as he announced, “Everyone in Class 1, Year 3, follow me to the Awakening Square. No pushing or shoving!”

Thirty students from Class 1, Year 3 of StellarSea Academy filed out of the classroom and followed in Benjamin’s footsteps towards the school gates.

Outside, numerous students from StellarSea Academy had already gathered, awaiting their turn.

Once everyone had assembled, the group set off for the Awakening Temple.

The temple, situated a mere few hundred meters from StellarSea Academy, was not far.

The crowd quickly reached their destination.

The Awakening Temple was a tower-like structure, nearly a hundred meters tall, with ornately carved beams and painted rafters, exuding grandeur.

Inside, it was said to house statues of legendary awakeners from the past century.

At that moment, the sprawling Awakening Square, spanning nearly a kilometer, was packed to the brim.

The square, teeming with at least ten thousand people, continued to swell as more individuals streamed in. Judging by their uniforms, many were not from StellarSea Academy but from other institutes in Stellarburg, here for their awakening.

John scanned the surroundings, his keen eyes picking up on a particularly distinguished group from another academy.

This group, about a hundred strong, wore uniforms of black with gold trim, adorned with intricate gold embroidery.

Their attire was impeccable, and each member carried themselves with a poised and extraordinary air.

Especially notable were the handsome men and beautiful women at the forefront, whose every gesture and conversation hinted at a non-ordinary family background.

Amidst this group, a girl at the very front captured everyone’s attention.

She had long blue hair, delicate features, and a cool demeanor.

Her tall stature, easily around 1.78 meters, combined with an aura of icy coldness, made her particularly striking.

John observed that the students from this particular academy seemed to subtly recognize the girl as their leader.

Their looks towards her were tinged with deep respect and admiration.

Despite being well-traveled and knowledgeable, John couldn’t identify these individuals.

He quickly caught up with Benjamin and asked, “Benjamin, what’s the deal with that group of affluent-looking students?”

Their relationship was quite informal, allowing for such direct questioning.

“With so many eyes on us, can’t you at least pretend to show me some respect?” Benjamin retorted with a stern glance at John, before revealing, “They are the scions of noble families from a prestigious academy. Their backgrounds are extraordinary. They’re here for the awakening ceremony at the city lord’s behest, a rare sight under normal circumstances.”

John realized why these faces were unfamiliar to him.

These noble offspring usually resided in the noble district at the core of Stellarburg, with their exclusive Awakening Temple.

Commoners like him seldom had the chance to encounter them.

“What about that girl in the front? She seems quite exceptional,” John queried further.

Benjamin stiffened, glanced around to ensure no one was eavesdropping, and then whispered, “Keep it down, will you? That’s Seraphina Winters, the city lord’s daughter. Don’t you dare provoke her. If you offend her, no one can protect you.”

John replied in resignation, “What are you thinking, Benjamin? I was just curious about these new faces. I wouldn’t dare to mess with someone of such evident noble lineage.”

“As long as you understand,” said Benjamin, keeping his eyes fixed ahead, especially since Principal Eldritch was up front.

It wasn’t a good time to be caught off guard.

Time swiftly passed, and the square grew increasingly crowded.

By one o’clock, nearly all academies in Stellarburg had assembled.

Principal Eldritch announced loudly, “The Awakening Ceremony officially begins!”

As his words echoed, the first batch of students began queuing to enter the Awakening Temple.

From the grand hall, rays of light, some dazzling, others dim, began to shine from the statues within.

An awakening mentor stood by, calmly declaring the outcomes:

“Olivia, awakening failed!”

“Mason, awakening failed!”

“Liam, awakened as a life class: Blacksmith, talent level: E-level!”

“Eliza, awakening failed!”

“Isabella, awakened as a battle class: Berserker, talent level: D-level!”

…

The first batch of students emerged from their awakening, presenting a myriad of human emotions.

Those who succeeded beamed with joy, while the ones who failed were crestfallen, some even breaking down in tears on the spot.

They understood that this failure could very well mean a lifelong disconnection from becoming an awakener.

Although there were other means to awaken, such as through rare and expensive awakening tomes, these were not feasible for the common folk.

Out of a hundred students, astonishingly, less than twelve succeeded in awakening, and all into rather ordinary classes, with the highest talent level being merely D-level.

Even John, known for his stoic nature, felt a twinge of anxiety at this revelation.

He had often heard Benjamin talk about the minuscule odds of awakening to a class, but it was only now that he truly grasped the brutal reality of these odds.

Atop the Awakening Temple, in a room filled with an air of antiquity, Eldritch and several other powerful individuals observed the students below through a MystiMirror.

One of them, a muscular man clad in golden armor, shook his head and remarked, “This batch of students doesn’t look promising. Not even a twenty percent awakening rate, and all into insignificant classes.”

Eldritch, with his white flowing beard, stroked his chin and chuckled, “General Stratford, no need to be hasty. This is just the beginning. Besides, Lord Winters’ daughter hasn’t taken her turn yet. There should be some promising talents appearing later on.”

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Chapter 3: Chapter3-Frostweaver
Beside Eldritch, Theodore Winters, a genteel man donning glasses, spoke up, “Principal Blackwood is being modest. In Stellarburg, who doesn’t know about John, the prodigy from StellarSea Academy? It’s only because Seraphina heard of his reputation that she insisted on coming here to see for herself.”

In the room, a portly man adorned in lavish jewels, Baron Goldworth, squinted his eyes and chuckled, “I just hope that when a promising seed emerges, you gentlemen will be willing to part with them. Of course, I won’t let your efforts go unrewarded. I, Baron Goldworth, may lack many things, but money isn’t one of them!”

His words unmistakably revealed the flamboyance of a tycoon.

General Stratford scoffed, “Humph! You tycoons reek of money from top to bottom! Let me make it clear, if a promising talent does appear, the military won’t just stand by and watch!”

The others in the room smiled silently.

Although unspoken, it was clear to all: their presence here, given their statuses, was solely in pursuit of talent.

The pleasantries exchanged were just formalities; in the end, it would be a matter of ability and influence.

Just as Eldritch was about to smooth things over, a sudden green glow appeared in the MystiMirror.

Baron narrowed his eyes, “Looks like a promising candidate has emerged.”

Theodore adjusted his glasses, “Seems to be the young scion from House Foster.”

Inside the Awakening Temple, Alex stood before the statue of the Archer class, radiating in green light, his face unable to hide his ecstatic triumph.

He burst into a haughty laugh, “Haha, I knew I would awaken successfully!”

The awakening mentor beside him announced, “StellarSea Academy: Alex, awakened battle class: Vine Archer, talent level: B-level!”

The announcement sent ripples of astonishment throughout the entire Awakening Square.

This was the only awakener with a talent level above C-level so far, and a B-level battle class at that.

StellarSea Academy truly lived up to its reputation!

Emerging from the Awakening Temple, Alex made a point of approaching John, smugness written all over his face.

“Peasant, now that I’ve awakened successfully, let’s see how you’ll stand against me in the future!”

John didn’t even bother to glance at him, opting to ignore him completely.

Alex, sneering, retorted, “Hmph, enjoy your arrogance while it lasts. If you fail to awaken later, I can’t wait to see you groveling at my feet!”

Daniel, standing nearby, defiantly responded, “Alex, don’t get too ahead of yourself. It’s just a B-level talent, what’s the big deal?”

It was then Daniel’s turn to undergo the awakening.

With a snort, he pushed past Alex and strode into the Awakening Temple.

Alex mocked, “If Daniel awakens, I’ll eat my hat!”

No sooner had Alex’s words left his mouth than a terracotta-hued light burst forth from the warrior statue, illuminating his astonished face.

The awakening mentor announced, “StellarSea Academy: Daniel, awakened warrior class: Rock Shield Warrior, talent level: B-level!”

John couldn’t help but laugh, patting Alex’s shoulder jokingly, “Commissioner Foster, don’t forget what you just said. If you need more, I’ll ask Daniel to get some for you, to make sure you’re full!”

The students nearby, having heard Alex’s earlier boast, burst into snickers.

Alex’s face turned an unsightly shade of red, and he quickly turned to leave.

After all, who would want to stick around after such an embarrassment?

Following this, it was StellarSea Academy students’ turn to awaken.

John could distinctly feel that the success rate among these students was noticeably higher.

StellarSea Academy’s status as Stellarburg’s flagship institution was no mere coincidence.

Interestingly, John noted that he hadn’t been included in StellarSea Academy’s batch of awakeners.

Even as the noble academies began their awakenings, his turn hadn’t come.

According to Benjamin, it seemed a VIP had rearranged the order, and he was set to awaken alongside Seraphina.

John’s eyebrows raised as he glanced towards the noble academy.

At that moment, Seraphina’s gaze also met his.

Their eyes locked. Surprisingly, John discerned a strong sense of combativeness in the eyes of this ice beauty.

A smirk tugged at his lips, realizing she too was someone who relished competition.

He also noticed that many from the noble academy looked at him with hostility.

John, accustomed to unwarranted animosity, paid it no mind.

The noble academy had a relatively small cohort, just over a hundred, and more than ninety percent of them awakened to a class, a terrifyingly high rate.

Even those who didn’t awaken didn’t seem discouraged, maintaining their composure and cheerfulness.

Evidently, their families had prepared awakening artifacts for them, giving them confidence.

Once all from the noble academy had undergone their awakenings, it was Seraphina’s turn.

The eyes of the powerhouses atop the Awakening Temple and the tens of thousands in the square all converged on her.

She walked towards the temple steps with a calm demeanor.

Just before entering the Awakening Temple, Seraphina turned to look in John’s direction.

Lifting her delicate chin slightly, her lips parted silently, conveying a message clear as day: “I will not lose to you!”

With those words, she turned and entered the Awakening Temple.

The next moment, a dazzling blue light soared into the sky, illuminating the entire temple.

The temperature around the Awakening Square plummeted as icy blue snowflakes began to fall from the sky, creating a wondrous phenomenon.

At the top of the Awakening Temple, several streaks of light shot out, all observers visibly astonished by the scene unfolding below.

General Stratford, slightly surprised, remarked, “An awakening phenomenon? Could it be a hidden class?”

Baron shook his head, “Not quite, but it’s close!”

Eldritch, seasoned and knowledgeable, expressed his awe, “This is the phenomenon brought forth by an S-level talent. It appears to be the rare class of a Frostweaver. Lord Winters has done an exceptional job in nurturing her. His daughter’s future is boundless!”

Theodore laughed heartily upon hearing this, “This isn’t my doing, but Seraphina’s own choice. If she had used the class scroll I provided, such a talent would not have been possible!”

Inside the Awakening Temple, Seraphina was enveloped in a shimmering icy blue light, with delicate snowflakes swirling continuously around her.

The awakening mentor, visibly astounded, loudly proclaimed, “Noble Academy: Seraphina, awakened in the rare battle class: Frostweaver, talent level: S-level!”

As his words echoed, the Awakening Square erupted into murmurs of astonishment.

Everyone gazed at Seraphina in shock.

An S-level talent in a rare class was a superlative genius, a rarity in the entire Federal. They were witnessing the rise of a new star in the Federal.

Perhaps in a decade, Seraphina would become one of the legendary awakeners of the Federal, a name among the very top.

As Seraphina stepped out of the temple, her demeanor remained neutral, betraying no emotion.

Her hair had turned an icy blue, adding to her already chilly aura, akin to a snow goddess.

John couldn’t help but notice that her chin seemed raised even higher, and as she exited, she seemed to glance intentionally in his direction.

Was there a hint of self-satisfaction in her eyes?

John chuckled softly to himself, “This woman is interesting.”

Shaking his head, he readied his mind, stepping forward without hesitation towards the Awakening Temple.

Now, it was his turn to awaken!

Every eye, including those of the formidable figures in the sky, was fixed on John.

The reputation of Stellarburg’s foremost genius was well-known to all.

What class could he possibly awaken to?

This question stirred everyone’s curiosity.

At the entrance of the Awakening Temple, John and Seraphina passed each other.

No words were exchanged, but their eyes met – one as aloof as an ice mountain, the other as untamed as a lone wolf.

Under the watchful gaze of the entire audience, John didn’t hesitate or delay; he stepped into the Awakening Temple with a firm stride.

Inside the grand, glittering temple, a raised platform stood at the center of the hall, upon which rested a softly glowing Crystal Ball.

Flanking the hall on both sides were several towering statues, each several meters tall.

They represented various classes – warrior, magus, priest, and others.

Each sculpture was exquisitely lifelike, emanating an aura of majesty.

The awakening mentor took an extra moment to observe John, having heard of this prodigy from Stellarburg.

He advised, “Place your hand on the Crystal Ball and clear your mind.”

John nodded, stepped forward, and placed his hand on the Crystal Ball.

It was warm to the touch, with a hint of coolness. Closing his eyes, John allowed his mind to become tranquil and empty.

Guided by the Crystal Ball, his consciousness seemed to enter a mysterious space.

Here, stars shone brilliantly against the vast expanse of the universe.

Feeling a connection, he looked up.

In the infinite starry sky, a series of majestic and solemn golden eyes were gazing down at him.