Scene: Tournament Preparations and Realization
As the participants start walking towards their respective arenas, the host stands at the center of the tournament grounds, overlooking the various entrances to the five arenas. He scans the crowd, his eyes narrowing as he notices someone missing.
Host (to himself):
"There's someone missing… where is he?"
The host's voice carries over the loudspeakers, drawing the attention of the participants and the spectators.
Host:
"Attention everyone, it seems there's someone missing from the tournament. We were expecting one of the strongest participants, but he's nowhere to be found. Maybe he's not interested in the skills this time, or perhaps he's plotting something we haven't anticipated."
The murmur of confusion ripples through the crowd as everyone speculates on who this missing participant could be. The host continues, more to himself than to the crowd.
Host:
"He was supposed to be the strongest I've ever seen… where did he go?"
As the realization sets in, the host's gaze shifts across the participants, scanning each one for any sign of the missing competitor. He knows this could have a significant impact on the tournament if this strong contender decides to enter at a later stage—or if they're planning something altogether different.
End of Scene.