As the dinner plates were cleared and the room buzzed with anticipation, Caden rose from his seat, his presence commanding the room's attention once more. Alaric, following Caden's nod, initiated the projection system, and a large, empty 15-man bracket illuminated the wall behind them, drawing everyone's eyes.
"Now that we've enjoyed a splendid meal together, let's move on to the thrilling part of our evening," Caden announced, his voice filled with excitement. The room fell silent, all eyes on the illuminated bracket behind him. "In this tournament, the first draw will grant one team a bye, allowing them to advance directly to the second round without competing in the initial match. This privilege could be a significant advantage."
Caden then turned to Elara, his smile warm and inviting. "My queen, would you do us the honor of selecting the lucky team?" he asked.
