Axel walked towards the gate, where several guards in black and white suits were seen standing alert.
The still dim morning sunlight cast long shadows from their bodies, adding a serious impression to the atmosphere.
Without hesitation, Axel took out the black card he got from chairman Kim. The card gleamed in the morning sunlight, emitting the same mysterious aura as when he first showed it to Arata.
With steady steps, Axel approached the guards and handed the card to one of them, a burly man with a sharp gaze.
The man received the black card and examined it carefully. "Good morning, Axel," said the man in a formal tone.
"This card shows that you have special permission from Chairman Kim. Please come in."
