"And as such, I, Draconis VII, commence the start of the tournament!"
At the end of the emperor's speech, the entire crowd stood up and applauded in appreciation.
Zaroth, looking around, stood as well—but he didn't clap.
Shifting his gaze to his companions, he noticed that they weren't clapping either.
*****
"Ah, that was exhausting!" Zack spoke as he stretched his body.
"I agree. Do you know what this c—"
"No, you are not going to drink tonight," Lily immediately cut off Roran, sensing what he was about to say.
Zaroth would have joined in the conversation until a message piqued his interest.
"Huh. It seems my fight is tomorrow," he remarked.
"So soon?" Zack replied, shifting his gaze to Zaroth.
"Considering how many people are going to participate in the first round, it'll take at least a few weeks to finish," Roran explained.