The team allocation ceremony proceeded smoothly, unfolding in a grand hall adorned with banners and crests representing each team. Sunlight streamed through the tall stained-glass windows, casting colorful patterns on the polished marble floor. The air buzzed with a mix of excitement and tension, echoing the scene described in the novel, though with notable deviations.
One of these changes was Eirian's drastically improved mood. Despite the fearful and hostile glances his team members shot his way, his earlier interaction with Azrael seemed to have calmed him significantly.
In contrast to his novel counterpart, who remained brooding and distant, this Eirian appeared more centered and composed.
Another significant alteration was in the headmaster's closing speech. Originally, this speech had been a somber announcement of Azrael Celestria's death, marking a point where Eirian would note of Valerian's indifference towards his brother's untimely demise.
