Talon had previously showcased all seven levels of Acrobatic Arts in front of Theo, and according to Theo's assessment, Talon executed them flawlessly. Therefore, the first test given by the judges was something he should be able to handle with ease.
Positioning himself confidently on the stage, he stood tall and ready. Glancing towards the judges, he saw them nod in permission, signaling him to begin. The judges, appearing somewhat disinterested, leaned back, whispering among themselves without the aid of a microphone, their words inaudible to the rest of the room.
"If he fails to perform the seven acrobatic arts, let's just finish this audition. I'm eager to get home to my wife, I miss her so much," one judge remarked quietly to his colleagues.
"Yeah, me too. I'm tired; I want to go hang out and do karaoke," another added, their focus seemingly elsewhere.
