"This plan is exponentially risky," Ricky sighed, rubbing his temples.
"Do you honestly think the other Paragons will just stand idle when they hear about a new threat in their backyard? All the Paragons know each other; they've been a closed circle for a very long time.
A new Paragon appearing out of nowhere screams imposter' This isn't the first time greedy, strong people have tried to fake being Paragons to attract followers and benefits."
"But I'm not a fake," John shrugged, his voice devoid of ego. "I am strong enough to hold the title, and I have the backing to prove it. In this world, personal might makes the title, not the other way around."
"It isn't that simple," Cissel said. She hated siding with Ricky, but she knew his assessment was valid.
"The moment the established factions hear about a rising Paragon within the academy's jurisdiction, they won't send diplomats. They will send relentless, endless waves of attacks to crush us before we can take root.
