In the end, I never made my way back towards my seat.
This wasn't something within my control. Apparently, news of my ranking had shaken the entire world. Reporters swarmed the entrance, while the online community fell into complete chaos.
'It's better this way.'
Thankfully, the venue had a sort of 'secret' exit that the people attending could use.
But it only made sense considering who was in attendance.
It was a pity that I couldn't see the remaining ranks, but it was for the best. The stares were uncomfortable anyway.
Making my way out of the venue, I was eventually led to a secluded parking lot where a black car waited for me. Recognizing the driver, I went in and took out my phone. The others were already aware of the fact that I had left earlier, so I didn't message them.
Instead, I started to scroll through the internet.
I wanted to see what sort of outrage the event had caused.
