The Colosseum was still alive with a vibrant, electric energy following Nyxion's cheerful and decisive victory.
Suddenly, a calm, professional voice cut through the noise like a silver blade. It was Mira Vale. Her words were magically amplified, resonating clearly across every seat in the vast Colosseum, ensuring no one missed a single syllable.
"Next duel: Vegia Nightshade versus Alya Luminari. Contestants, please come to the platform."
The announcement hung in the air for a moment, and then the focus shifted. Among the group of wives seated in the higher gallery, Vegia Nightshade startled slightly at the sound of her name. Her sensitive hobgoblin ears twitched involuntarily, the pointed tips flicking upward as a rush of nerves washed over her. She lifted her gaze, her wide, expressive eyes reflecting a mix of surprise and anxiety.
