'What…'

The pupils' chests thudded in shock as they looked at each other in disbelief.

Darryl had become a public hero after helping King Astro protect Gem City. Why would he get close to Kye on purpose?

Amidst the confusion, someone piped up, "Darryl Darby has always been respected, even by the royal palace. He's a hero for sure. Why couldn't he have become bound brothers with Sect Master out of true friendship?"

As the words rang through the air, the other pupils nodded in agreement.

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