As the word of Wu Lina's command reverberated throughout the area, all of them who had been bracing themselves for action, instantly funneled their attention towards her.
Wu Lina, recognizing the weight of their gazes, proceeded with the crucial task of outlining the mission.
She had their undivided attention, a sign that everyone present understood the gravity of the situation.
The air around them was tense, the silence punctuated only by the rhythmic beat of their collective anticipation.
Among them, Alex listened attentively to the primary part of the briefing that directly pertained to him.
His eyes were sharpened on Wu Lina as she began speaking about their formidable adversary, the Qi beast they were supposed to battle.
He absorbed the information about the beast's strengths, capabilities, and other critical factors, but his interest seemed to wane when the briefing veered away from topics directly relevant to his role.