THE interior of the warehouse was spacious and orderly, with bright LED lights illuminating the polished concrete floor. Stacks of neatly arranged crates lined the walls. The center of the space had been cleared, leaving plenty of room for the contestants to gather comfortably without feeling cramped.
A long table near the entrance was stocked with bottled water and light refreshments, including different popular snacks. Nearby, a few folding chairs had been set aside, though most of the contestants remained standing or milling around in small groups. The faint hum of the overhead lights and the occasional sound of footsteps echoed lightly in the expansive space.
