Zelina's smile widened when she saw the participants gawking at her. But as much as she enjoyed their expression, she had a job to do there.
"I see that my appearance has stirred quite a reaction. Fear not, for my beauty is here to stay. All of you should be concerned about surviving rather than giving in to your desires so early in the Game."
Adrian cleared his throat, focusing on her words rather than her appearance. He glanced around, noting that some of the other participants were also snapping out of their initial daze.
Zelina gestured towards a large archway at the far end of the room, through which a faint, eerie glow emanated.
"Beyond this archway lies your first and only trial to enter the tower," she informed the crowd. "The trial won't be easy, as it is the only challenge you'll face. But I hope to see you on the other side."
