The Fairest Judgment Part II

"Judges?"

Joker, who had been quietly observing the situation, narrowed his eyes. He immediately recognized the emblem on their chests as belonging to the Judges, but it was the elderly man, brimming with power and sophistication, who caught his attention. Though unfamiliar, the man's mere words had shifted the demeanor of everyone present, including Joker's friends, in a profound way.

"Mr. Berim, how did you get here?"

Lia's voice was calm and composed, or maybe she was trying not to show her surprise. Her eyes, however, reflected the opposite.

"As the Supreme Judge, why wouldn’t I want to witness high-level competitions in the summoner world? At the very least, I must ensure that my children are upholding fairness in their adjudications during these matches."

His explanation prompted Lia to narrow her eyes.