SSS-RANKED Awakening: Supreme Fate-breaker System-Chapter 22: Clear Goal...

The dining hall of the Drakethorne Mansion was as grand as ever, stretching across an entire wing of the estate. The long table, made from the wood of a fallen World Tree, was lined with golden inlays, its surface almost shimmering under the chandelier-like floating orbs above.

The moment Ethan entered, he saw that his three elder brothers were already seated, along with their mother.

Lord Gareth Drakethorne, of course, was absent as usual—probably preparing for tomorrow's ceremony.

Ethan took his seat next to Mia, who stayed close, occasionally sneaking glances at him like she was making sure he wouldn't disappear.

"So, little brother," Darius—the immediate elder sibling—grinned. "Survived your first proper test, huh?"

Ethan glanced at him. "Barely."

"Barely?" Darius scoffed. "That's not what I heard. I heard you fought a half-awakened beast and walked out unscathed. Even I had trouble with a fight like that at your age."

Ethan just shrugged, not wanting to entertain more of the attention.

The rest of dinner passed with casual conversation, with his brothers teasing him and Mia making it very clear she enjoyed his presence more than anyone else's.

Once the meal ended, Ethan excused himself, ignoring Mia's subtle pout as he left the table.

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Back in his private chambers, Ethan finally had time to think.

He walked toward the large balcony, overlooking the vast underground cityscape of the Drakethorne Labyrinth.

The view was breathtaking—towering skyscrapers that merged architecture and magic, glowing pathways stretching like veins across the land, and distant fortresses standing as bastions of power.

But Ethan wasn't focused on the scenery.

His mind was already set on tomorrow.

The Awakening Ceremony.

That was the true start of his journey.

But unlike the others, he was already awakened.

He had the Fate Breaker System.

His strength was already growing, and soon, he would start hunting beasts, earning Fate Breaker Points, and uncovering the true potential of his power.

His goal was clear.

He didn't want to just be strong.

He wanted to be so powerful that he could tear through dimensions themselves.

And if the System said it was possible, then he would make it happen.

No matter what.

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As the night stretched on, Ethan finally turned in, preparing himself for the next day.

But even as he lay in bed, his mind refused to rest.

He could feel it.

Something big was coming.

And tomorrow, everything would change forever.

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The hum of the hovercar was barely audible as it cut through the air with effortless grace.

Inside, Ethan sat in silence, his storm-gray eyes focused on the approaching portal leading to the Academy's Labyrinth City.

Normally, he would have stepped out alone, walking the rest of the way himself. That was how it had always been.

But today was different.

The moment they passed through the shimmering portal, another hovercar awaited him on the other side—sleek, jet-black, with the unmistakable Drakethorne crest adorning its side.

Graham, his attendant, didn't even glance at him as he smoothly shifted the controls, rerouting their destination.

Ethan arched a brow. "Not taking me to the Academy?"

Graham remained composed, his calm voice carrying a hint of amusement. "Not today, Young Master. The Awakening Ceremony will take place at the Labyrinth Rune Stone."

Ethan's gaze flickered towards the towering green pillar of light in the distance—a sight he had always overlooked.

It was an ever-present beacon, stretching high into the sky of the Labyrinth, yet he had never truly paid attention to it.

Now, memories resurfaced. The previous Ethan knew exactly what that light signified.

That was where the Labyrinth Rune Stone was located.

And today, that was where his entire class would gather—to awaken their talents.

The hovercar descended smoothly, coming to a stop before an open-air coliseum-like structure.

At its center stood the Labyrinth Rune Stone, an enormous, glowing green pillar, its radiant energy swirling like liquid emeralds inside its crystalline core.

From it, a massive beam of light stretched upward, piercing through the sky of the Labyrinth.

It was ancient, powerful, and most importantly—it was the key to awakening talents.

As Ethan stepped out of the hovercar, a suffocating pressure filled the air—a presence so overwhelming that even the most arrogant students instinctively lowered their gazes.

At the center of the gathering, standing in front of the towering Labyrinth Rune Stone, was his father, Gareth Drakethorne.

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The Overlord of the Labyrinth.

He stood tall, his crimson cape billowing slightly, the obsidian-black armor he wore etched with golden engravings of past conquests. The weight of his authority, his victories, his absolute dominance over Labyrinths and Dungeons was evident in his posture alone.

But he wasn't the only powerful figure present.

To his right stood Magister Seraphine, the Head Instructor of Gareth Drakethorne Academy—a woman with piercing golden eyes and long, silver hair tied into a single braid. She was a legend in her own right, once hailed as one of the most powerful elementalists of her generation.

On his father's left was Headmaster Vance, the overseer of the Academy. Unlike Gareth, who radiated an unshakable dominance, Vance had the air of a seasoned war veteran, his blue ceremonial robes embroidered with ancient runes. A grizzled warrior-mage, he had been a part of the Great Labyrinth Expeditions, surviving horrors few dared to speak of.

Beyond them, a row of high-ranking figures lined the edges of the ceremony grounds—guild representatives, city officials, and elite warriors from the Overlord's personal forces.

These were the people who shaped the very foundation of power in this city.

And all of them were here to witness the birth of the next generation.

The air grew heavier, the expectations settling over the students like a crushing weight.

Ethan sighed.