The vast lecture hall was empty, save for a group of old men and a woman in her forties sitting in the front row.
The former were clad in solid-colored, trimmed robes, including Shadow Technicians and Magicians.
As for the latter, her black skirt was adorned with silver Chains of Absolution, and her dignified expression seemed capable of piercing into one's soul.
She was clearly a Devotee.
Facing such an audience, Dylan emotionlessly flipped open the manuscript in his hand.
"Today's topic is: 'The Principles of Shapeshifting.'"
...
This was not a formal lecture, but rather a routine scrutiny or rehearsal two hours prior to the presentation.
As this was Dylan's second speech in the Northern Land, he had grown accustomed to the procedure.
He just hadn't expected so many people to turn up today.
Fifteen examiners.
The lecture in Godro City, although reviewed, involved only two people, Xiya La and Demitri.
