Videllia composed herself with a quiet inhale, smoothing the faint flush from her face.
"Ahem, jokes aside," she said, her tone shifting back to professional. "Congratulations for passing your trial. Ah—" she paused, realizing she hadn't asked his name.
"It's Azhriel," he answered casually, as if expecting that.
'Didn't even check the name on the list, huh?' he thought with a flicker of amusement. Somehow, it suited her—someone who always flowed more with instinct than paperwork.
"So, Azhriel," she repeated, nodding slightly, "congrats. Your next trial will be in three hours, at the main arena. You can ask someone if you don't know the way."
Ting
Just as she finished saying this, rhe system's soft chime rang in his head.
"Thanks." He gave a short nod in return before turning and walking off, his steps steady.
Videllia watched his back for a moment longer than necessary, her smile faint and thoughtful.
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