[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game":3,"chapter-how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-634":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","How to survive in the Romance Fantasy Game",{"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},1218980,1604,"Chapter 634: Day of the tournament","how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-634",634,"\u003Cp>Chapter 634: Day of the tournament\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a bright, sunny day—one of those rare, perfect mornings where the weather settled into a gentle warmth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sun was out, yet the heat wasn’t harsh; instead, it felt comforting, like the world itself was eager to celebrate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Now, I officially declare the start of Lumen Academy’s first ever Grand Festival Tournaments! Everyone, I welcome you all—please do enjoy it to the fullest!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Principal Leilah’s voice rang out powerfully, echoing through the entire academy grounds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words were carried not just by magic amplification but also across seven enormous holographic screens floating above the designated festival zones.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each projection shimmered with clarity, displaying her dignified figure and bright smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A second later—BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Brilliant magical fireworks exploded across the sky in dazzling arcs of color.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Trails of stardust-like mana scattered through the air, causing cheers to erupt all around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Music began to play, upbeat and celebratory; it felt like the academy had transformed into a grand carnival overnight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Students and foreign visitors alike buzzed with energy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Laughter, chatter, and excited screams blended into a lively festival atmosphere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even those normally reserved couldn’t help but be swept up by the collective anticipation in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But nowhere was the excitement more intense than at the academy’s massive Grand Colosseum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every seat was packed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The air vibrated with the murmurs, shouts, and whispers of tens of thousands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, just the team battle royale from a few days ago had been enough to stir up insane levels of hype across the academy and even beyond.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That chaotic, explosive event had been a taste—an appetizer—to what everyone hoped would be revealed today.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And now… the real spectacle was about to begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who wouldn’t be excited?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The matches today would feature students considered future top-tier powerhouses of the entire continent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adventurers, mercenaries, knight orders, magic towers, and even royal observers from various kingdoms had all taken seats in the stands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Every major power kept their eyes locked on the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because the ones fighting today weren’t just students—they were the rising stars who would shape the continent’s future.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And this tournament… was their stage.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The tournament venue had been arranged with impressive efficiency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the previous Grand Festival—where the top ten students were prohibited from participating until the final day—this year’s event opened its doors to everyone from the very beginning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Naturally, participation was still mandatory for all S-Class students, but with the format being far more inclusive this time, a surprising number of lower-ranked students stepped forward as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a certain eagerness in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some students—those considered top prospects even outside Lumen Academy—were excited for the chance to challenge themselves against the continent’s finest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And while A-Rank students and below fully understood the vast, almost insurmountable gap between themselves and the S-Ranks… the results of the recent team battle had shifted something in their hearts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the chaos, the intensity, and the unpredictability of that event had stirred new courage within them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some of them saw opportunities.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some saw weaknesses.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Some simply wanted to be seen on a grand stage, to let the entire continent witness their growth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And for many, there was also the fact that the top students from the foreign academies hadn’t performed as impressively as everyone had expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That alone ignited a spark of confidence in many of the mid-rankers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia carefully squeezed her way through the bustling entrance of the Colosseum, wincing slightly as she navigated through the packed crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“It’s so full…” she muttered in disbelief as she glanced around.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dense waves of spectators moving through the corridors were overwhelming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether they were students, staff, adventurers, nobles, foreign dignitaries, or simple visitors, everyone was rushing to find a seat before the event officially began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia finally located her designated seat and sat down with a relieved exhale.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the others, she would not be participating in the tournament this time, so she would be watching alone… though the moment she sat down, she noticed something strange.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Despite the overwhelming crowd, some seats around her were still empty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She blinked. That was odd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then she remembered—of course.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her seat was in the front row, one of the most expensive and exclusive sections in the entire Colosseum.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only a handful of people could afford such luxury seating, and many of them were likely still socializing in the VIP lounges or arriving fashionably late.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia sighed softly and rested her back against the chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even though I told Amon and Anna to just sit in the normal seats…” Emilia grumbled softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She let out a small sigh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She appreciated her personal guards—she truly did—but sometimes they took their duties way too seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still, she wasn’t exactly complaining.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The front-row seats were comfortable, spacious, and had a perfect view of the arena.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was hard to stay annoyed when the cushions felt this nice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking around, Emilia could tell right away just how hyped everyone was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The energy in the Colosseum felt almost electric.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment the announcers mentioned which match was about to start, the noise rose another level.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And honestly? She understood why.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This first match in the bracket was insane.Right from the beginning—no warm-ups, no easing into it—two of Lumen Academy’s top ten were going to clash head-on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Flamme and Stacia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People already knew their capabilities from rumors and academy reports, and after the team battle the other day, the expectations for this fight had skyrocketed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone wanted to witness something close to a godlike clash—something they’d talk about for years.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia hugged her knees a little and whispered,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I just hope they don’t hurt each other too badly…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She respected their duel; she really did.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But liking it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She wasn’t a fan of seeing her close friends fighting seriously, even if it was something they wanted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet with the top first-year position on the line, she couldn’t blame them either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And in Lumen Academy, this tournament wasn’t just for show.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike the foreign academies, Lumen placed heavy weight on performance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How well a student fought here could influence their ranking and evaluation in the next semester.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So many students weren’t just fighting for pride.They were fighting to be seen, to climb, to be acknowledged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Uhm… is this Sector A’s VIP Section 12?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sudden voice made Emilia turn her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Standing a little stiffly beside the row was another first-year student—judging from her uniform—her expression a mix of nerves and hope.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Uhm, yes… Section 12 should be the seat next to me,” Emilia answered softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I–I see. I’m glad… I almost thought I got lost. Thank you.” The girl exhaled in relief before offering a small, polite bow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re welcome.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She sat down gracefully beside Emilia, her movements refined and elegant in a way that instantly revealed her noble upbringing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once settled, she turned to Emilia with a warm smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“My name’s Athy. What about yours?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Caught off guard by the sudden introduction, Emilia blinked before smiling back.”I’m Enna…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Enna, huh? That’s a cute name.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hehe, thank you. Your name is rather cute and charming as well.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That broke the ice more naturally than Emilia expected.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two quickly slipped into a light, easygoing conversation, exchanging small compliments and soft laughter before the topic drifted to the arena and the tournament.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So you’re friends with Princess Stacia and Lady Flamme, Enna?” Athy asked with an intrigued glimmer in her violet eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes,” Emilia replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hmmm… I’m so jealous. No—maybe that’s not the right word. I imagine being friends with people of such high status must be quite hectic.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha, no, not at all,” Emilia answered with a shy shake of her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still… she was a bit surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A noble of Athy’s caliber—judging by her bearing and perfectly refined etiquette—saying something like that felt unusual.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most nobles in the academy saw high-status connections as opportunities, stepping stones, or competition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Athy…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Athy seemed like one of the rare exceptions who genuinely didn’t care about such things.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The way she spoke wasn’t envy—it was admiration mixed with sincerity, without even a hint of scheming behind her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was refreshing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, as the music within the academy shifted into something far more grand and ceremonial, the atmosphere inside the colossal arena subtly changed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Conversations died down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anticipation thickened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One by one, gazes from every corner of the colosseum rose toward the highest point of the stage—the Judges’ Sector.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Traditionally, the judges were announced with pomp, and last year’s appearance of the Grand Duke himself—Luther Heavens, the strongest swordsman in the world—had set an impossibly high bar.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because of that, everyone was restless with expectation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I wonder if it’ll be another top brass from the Empire this year? Maybe some foreign dignitary or even royalty?””No idea, but it has to be someone important…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regardless of who it was, everyone believed the figure stepping out today would be someone influential—someone worthy of the academy’s prestige.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But just then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Excuse me~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The soft voice came from behind Emilia and Athy, so gentle yet so casually spoken that it sliced through the noisy excitement around them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both girls instinctively turned around. Their eyes widened almost comically.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Is that seat section 11?” the newcomer asked politely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Yes…?” Emilia replied, dazed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Oh, perfect. I’m glad I made it before the event started.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a graceful sigh, the pink-haired woman stepped fully into the aisle and slipped into the seat beside them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“So you’re here to watch the tournament as well Junior?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Y-Yes…”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Emilia was honestly shocked at Alice being here….\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her presence alone shifted the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A tall, beautiful witch hat—midnight black, trimmed in elegant gold filigree.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Long, silky hair the color of soft cherry blossom.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Golden eyes bright and piercing, brimming with both mischief and brilliance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A beauty that rivaled Princess Snow herself, but far sharper, like a star that refused to be overshadowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then her reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The academy’s top fourth-year in the Magic Department.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rumored future Archon—no, many whispered she already qualified as one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A prodigy in every sense of the word.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alice Holloway.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“S-Senior Alice… why are you here?” Athy blurted out, unable to contain her shock as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Alice blinked once, tilting her head as if the question itself was strange.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Hnn? To watch the event, of course~”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What she didn’t notice—or maybe she did—was that it wasn’t only the three girls staring at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The entire colosseum had subtly shifted their attention toward her row.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Or more accurately…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Toward Alice herself.\u003C\u002Fp>",1751,"2026-06-03T14:41:08.744Z",1,"novelbin.me","bf67efa1b292a4b64ac09f5a839fff7a8ee08d0bdfeab8e90cb3a39483ecabb9","how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-635","how-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-chapter-527",727,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fhow-to-survive-in-the-romance-fantasy-game-cover.jpg"]