The woman who came in between the two was one other than the current leader of Tower of Arcana, who although not that interested in the promotion events done by her juniors, still had to take part in it if things got too serious.
Just like now.
"Archmage Sana, it's a pleasure to meet you." Although in the arena, he couldn't see where she was, he still bowed to show his respect.
Anyone should be in this position.
Archmage Sana joined the Tower of Arcana just a year ago under the urge and some gifts from the Mage Institute, but she only came here as a temporary head of the Tower of Arcana, someone to take the helm so that people don't look down on them for too long.
Meaning, that Archmage Sana had to do nothing and still earn a good paycheck for her research subjects, such a life was something to be envious of.
But although she can act as she wants in the tower, it doesn't mean that she has no responsibility at all.