Everyone looked over to see Joanna Monroe walking in, carrying a paper takeout bag.
She was more mature and composed than she had been three years ago. Upon seeing them, her face showed none of the excitement Faye Hughes had displayed; instead, she was exceedingly rational.
"Master Rory, Divine Whitlock, welcome back to the team!"
Joanna Monroe was wearing a DAF team uniform and looked quite dashing.
When the other team members saw her, they were like mice before a cat, immediately lining up in perfect formation.
They chorused, "Hello, Captain!"
Joanna Monroe remained stone-faced, her gaze sweeping over them as she said coolly, "No member participating in this competition is allowed to be absent without cause. Otherwise, it's a one-year ban!"
These words were clearly directed at Aurora Sinclair, making Arthur Lockwood's heart leap into his throat.
He immediately started, "About White and Master Rory, they..."
