While Oli began to pay more attention to the many contestants, the formation behind everyone began to light up once more. The purple energy burst upward and quickly collapsed on itself. Just a single figure was left standing at the very center, demanding everyone's attention in her all-white apparel and few pitch-black accessories.
That woman brandished a straight face, exhibiting no emotions as she scanned over the competitors in rows.
Strangely, Oli felt he had seen the woman before, even though he was absolutely certain he hadn't. Yet seeing her left Oli with a feeling of familiarity, despite being unable to figure out why.
"Lord Treeda, everything is ready to move forward." Uutrai quickly hopped off the platform and landed just outside of the formation. Bowing his head to the woman, he added, "There was a slight change in the line-up, but nothing we need to worry about."
