Next came the Rank Four recruits.
Their treatment was noticeably different as several elders personally arrived to escort them. These recruits possessed enough talent that their future progression into the Inner Court was considered highly likely.
Gradually, the hall emptied as groups departed one after another until only a small number of people remained. Little Bull stayed where he was. Nine other recruits remained along with him
The top ten.
The elite among the elite.
The atmosphere around them felt completely different now. The noise of hundreds of recruits had disappeared and the massive hall seemed far quieter. Yet the pressure filling the area had increased considerably.
Because although only ten recruits remained, more than fifty elders were now present. Some sat calmly, others stood while several watched silently. A few openly studied the recruits as if evaluating priceless treasures.
Little Bull looked around curiously.
