Crowd Battle

The lead singer from Leo's band looked up at the judges.

"We want it to be based on audience participation! The combined strength of the crowd will declare a winner!"

Elric's expression fell when he heard what Ember had agreed to, but he heard a small chuckle by his side. He looked down to see Eria covering her mouth with her hand.

Ryan and Lace were also there watching, though they seemed to be in the same worried headspace as Elric.

"Eria, you spend quite a bit of time with her, right? Why would Ember agree to a challenge like this?"

She looked up at Elric, her eyes sparkling deviously.

"Shouldn't you have confidence in her? I think she can beat these pretty boys at their own game, don't you?"