[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-ancient-tears-bloodline":3,"chapter-ancient-tears-bloodline-ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-936":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Ancient Tears BloodLine",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1256964,1684,"Chapter 936 - 936 Officials arrived!","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-936",936,"\u003Cp>Chapter 936: Officials arrived!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chapter 936: Officials arrived!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From the MC’s Perspective: The news about the Tier-4 Region was like a storm sweeping through the inner post region, causing ripples that could no longer be ignored.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Forces that had long held grudges and were on the brink of conflict found themselves forced to set aside their animosities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the moment, their primary focus had shifted-every faction now had its eyes on securing a spot for their warriors in the prestigious Tier-4 universities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This development brought a surprising sense of calm to an otherwise tense atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even typically hostile groups like the Blood Force and their bitter rivals seemed to cool their tempers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The once-feared Eclipse Academy and the formidable Giant Tower Academy, known for their cutthroat competition, had adopted a rare air of civility, behaving with an unusual decorum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Across the Federation, the response was much the same.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Core members of the Federation quickly issued directives to their affiliate gangs, urging them to stay low and avoid internal strife.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No one wanted their power plays or territorial disputes to distract from the larger opportunity looming over them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The news was too significant to risk disruption over petty infighting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the Federation Head could even issue formal orders, the gang leaders in Alpha City were already breathing a collective sigh of relief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ever-present threat of retaliation or power struggles had lessened, at least for now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The head of the notorious Vulture Gang, a man constantly walking a tightrope between appeasing his backers and maintaining control, allowed himself a rare moment of ease.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had feared being summoned by the core member behind the gang for failing to handle some pressing issues, but the news from the Tier-4 Region had bought him a temporary reprieve.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now, he could shelve the matter entirely and redirect his focus elsewhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Likewise, other gangs who had been discussing Zack Lockwood’s teacher found themselves unexpectedly spared from immediate pressure.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a collective shift in focus as warriors from every corner now set their sights on the same goal: securing a coveted place in the Tier-4 universities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their attention had turned to the greater prize, and for the time being, the undercurrents of violence and revenge were replaced with preparation and ambition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A week later, the Inner Post Region awoke to another wave of exhilarating news.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was official: representatives from the Tier-4 Region had finally arrived.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These weren’t just any visitors-they were esteemed officials from the six top universities and other influential organizations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their presence alone sent shockwaves of excitement and anticipation throughout the region.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Among them, the officials from the prestigious Star University had made their way directly to the Army Federation, a move that sent a clear message: the stakes were high, and the best of the best were scouting for talent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In parallel, the other universities dispatched their representatives to various top-tier organizations, elite clans, and powerful families.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrival of these envoys ignited a frenzy among those hoping to secure an audience or a recommendation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the headquarters of the Federation, Head Ben paced back and forth in his office, the tension rolling off him in waves.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had just received the news that the officials were coming to meet with him, and the gravity of the moment weighed heavily on his mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His first instinct was to summon Zack Lockwood immediately, his mind racing with possibilities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zack was a rising star-an asset that could prove invaluable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Ben hesitated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These officials, with their inscrutable agendas and complex power dynamics, could be unpredictable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he acted rashly and summoned Zack too early, without a clear request from them, it could easily backfire, jeopardizing Zack’s chances or even the Federation’s standing with the Tier-4 powers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Patience, Ben reminded himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He would wait for their cue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only when they asked for Zack would he make his move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Any misstep now could ripple into something much larger, and the Federation couldn’t afford that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One hour later, Federation Head Ben stood at the secret teleportation platform, a hidden asset known only to a select few.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The platform, concealed in the most secure depths of the Headquarters, was designed for exclusive use by Tier-5 officials and Ben himself, a symbol of the Federation’s elite status.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the familiar hum of the platform activated, Ben braced himself for what came next.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The arrival of these officials signaled the beginning of a critical chapter, not just for Zack or the Federation, but for the entire Inner Post Region.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ben stood at the edge of the platform, his gaze fixed on the cold metal surface.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The ground beneath his feet rumbled softly, a faint hum filling the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, in a flash, the platform erupted in a brilliant glow, flooding the room with a sharp, electric light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the next breath, two figures emerged from the radiance-warriors clad in gleaming white armor that shimmered under the light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One was a tall, imposing male with a sharp jawline, his eyes like burning embers beneath his helmet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other, a fierce female with an air of lethal grace, stood beside him, her expression unreadable, but her presence overwhelming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both exuded power, their movements synchronized as if they were two halves of a single force.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ben’s breath caught in his throat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He felt his body stiffen, as though he had been turned to stone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These two warriors-representatives of the infamous Star University-radiated an aura so intense, it pressed down on him like the weight of a collapsing star.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had heard rumors of their prowess, but to feel it firsthand was a different reality altogether.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment, his thoughts spiraled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could this be?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was no ordinary fighter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was one of the few Gold Mark Warriors in the region, a title that symbolized unmatched strength and skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And yet, standing before these two, a cold, unfamiliar sensation crept into his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was more than just their presence.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The very air around them crackled with unseen energy, a palpable danger that made his skin crawl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bead of sweat slid down his brow as his heart pounded violently in his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite himself, he could feel the grim shadow of death hanging in the air, its icy breath brushing against his skin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They are representatives?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ben’s mind raced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, faced with the overwhelming pressure emanating from these warriors, he didn’t dare question their identity any further.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>..\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, I paced restlessly in my room, my fingers clenched tightly around the phone as I spoke to my teacher.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dim light of the room seemed oppressive, amplifying the tension bubbling within me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher had just informed me of the arrival of Tier-4 region officials-a monumental event.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since I heard the news, my heart had been racing, refusing to calm down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Zack, don’t let this shake you,” Lowell’s voice echoed through the call, calm but firm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You must realize, you are likely their prime candidate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Remember, you’re a lightning warrior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning element warriors are in high demand at these universities.” I inhaled sharply, trying to steady my breathing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Teacher Lowell was right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lightning warriors were rare, coveted even.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a talent that put me in a unique position, and yet, doubt gnawed at me from within.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But even with that,” I began, my voice wavering slightly, “my strength rank is low.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if that’s all they see?” Lowell’s tone softened, but remained resolute.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Your rank may be lower than others, but the lightning element isn’t something to underestimate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It can be your advantage-your edge in ways rank alone can’t compete with.” I nodded to myself, the words making sense, but still…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>there was something else.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Something unpredictable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I understand, teacher,” I replied, my voice quieter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s just-you never know about the variables.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if something goes wrong?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What if I’m not as prepared as I think?” Lowell’s voice grew more serious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“In ordinary times, you might be right to worry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Variables would matter more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this isn’t an ordinary time, Zack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>These forces, these universities-they’re not just looking for warriors anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They need the next generation of fighters.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They need those who can rise beyond the rank of Gold Mark Warrior.” The weight of his words settled heavily on my shoulders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was true.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This wasn’t just about me, or even the other candidates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The future was at stake, and the universities were seeking those who could shape it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yeah, I get it,” I said, my voice firmer this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, the unknown loomed large, but Lowell’s reassurance kept me grounded, if only for the moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pressure was immense, but so was the opportunity ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We talked for a few minutes before ending the call.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The teacher said he would only come if summoned by the Federation Head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He wants to avoid any unnecessary drama.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All other core members are behaving well right now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If the teacher were to appear without being called, it would raise a lot of questions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Overthinking is hurting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After calming down my heart, I removed these unnecessary thoughts and began to wait patiently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>CREATORS’ THOUGHTS Aravind_S Creation is hard, cheer me up!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>VOTE for me!\u003C\u002Fp>",1526,"2026-06-05T15:57:05.650Z",1,"novelbin.me","599d175a1fa725450bc27ac6c70c163cd1439f57331d5790a64600dc58d976b3","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-937","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-935",1498,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fancient-tears-bloodline-cover.jpg"]