Three days later, the town hall square was packed with people.
Several layers of people were packed densely in front of a temporary notice board, all of them trying to push their way in.
Laine nervously rubbed his palms, his back soaked with sweat.
"Make way, make way!" a clerk shouted, holding a thick roll of parchment high as he walked toward the notice board.
The crowd fell silent, leaving only the sound of rapid breathing.
The clerk unrolled the first notice and read aloud, "Security Department examination results!"
Laine's heart hammered so hard it felt like it would burst from his chest. He clenched his fists, his nails digging into his palms.
"Laine, comprehensive evaluation: third rank. Proposed appointment: Deputy Governor of Port Defense and Garrison Commander, under the Security Department!"
The crowd erupted in a massive cheer!
"Laine! You passed!"
"Gods, Deputy Governor!"
Laine stood frozen, his mind a complete blank.
