While waiting for the other contestants to place their hands on the crystal, time passed rather quickly. Before long, only a few people were left in the stands, while almost all the contestants had gathered on the arena floor
"I wonder if that crystal has any other purpose besides identifying mana type?" James mused, stroking his chin thoughtfully.
"We'll find out soon enough," Liam shrugged.
Just then, a familiar figure appeared, catching them off guard.
"Hmm, is that him?"
With a lithe figure, bandit-like clothes, and notably blond hair, the sight made both feel uneasy.
"Yes, it's him! Even if he were dead, I'd recognize him," James muttered, frowning as he watched the man approach the crystal.
Curious, Lewis, standing beside them, asked, "Is he someone you know?"
James gritted his teeth in irritation and remained silent, while Liam simply nodded in confirmation.
