Gio's actions didn't go unnoticed. In fact, there were many eyes on him even before the battle began.
The Headmaster looked in his direction specifically when making his speech. Gio was the first person to be called out, so even before the speech was over, people were moving towards him.
They aimed for the target on his back, rejoicing when he entered combat. They wanted to steal the final strike when he was exhausted and on his last leg.
However, the scene that unfolded didn't cater to their desires at all. Gio had a sincere battle with a second year and didn't even look tired afterward. The majority of his pursuers left during the battle, leaving only one or two in the vicinity.
They wouldn't be privy to the rest of his journey through the forest, but there was another group that was.
"That is Kyrian's child?"
