The arena was louder than it had ever been, thousands of spectators packed the stands.
This was no longer merely an examination. It had become a matter of pride.
The pride of kingdoms and the reputations of their people.
The referee stepped into the center of the arena.
His gaze swept across the participants before settling upon the Krynovan swordsman.
"Etno Kamsi."
Etno nodded.
"You will wait outside the battlefield until the conclusion of this match."
Not a single complaint escaped him.
The swordsman merely inclined his head and stepped away from the arena floor.
His expression remained unreadable, calm and very observant.
As if he were studying a problem whose solution had not yet revealed itself.
Meanwhile, Donovan Young walked closer to Thane from the opposite side.
The crowd immediately erupted into boos.
The Drevlorn noble ignored them.
His eyes were fixed upon one person, the one and only Thane.
The giant stood at the very center of the arena.
