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The card game unfolded exactly as Ree Shil had anticipated.
Although the Lizard-man examiner used an all A-Class Deck, Ree Shil had one as well.
But his card combinations were more logical; his tactics, more aggressive; and his cards, generally of better quality.
So, in the end, he achieved a seemingly close yet utterly suspense-free victory.
"Congratulations, you have now qualified to join the Red Rock Council."
As soon as the game ended, the Lizard-man adopted a much friendlier demeanor.
Just now an outsider, now he's one of their own.
"I will take you to meet the Vice Council Leader now.
You may choose to join immediately or continue with the assessment to achieve a higher position."
"A higher position?"
Ree Shil was taken aback by the words.
"Indeed,"
The Lizard-man nodded: "A higher position means higher internal authority within the power.
For you administrators, it means extra benefits when earning points."
"Oh?"
