The crowd went absolutely feral.
Hanae walked onto the center platform wearing a modified instructor's uniform that somehow looked like formal wear and battle gear simultaneously. Her amethyst eyes sparkled with amusement as she waved at the screaming masses.
She was beautiful in that effortless, dangerous way that made smart people nervous.
"Thank you, Maximus!" Her voice carried across the arena without any apparent amplification. Some kind of sound manipulation, probably. "Welcome, everyone! Students, faculty, honored guests, and the millions watching from home! Today marks the beginning of something special!"
More cheers.
