Booster nodded gently, suddenly recalling Colin's meaningful words from yesterday.
Since it was just a brief introduction, Batalov's narration soon came to an end. He looked behind him and spoke softly.
"Come on up, Colin."
"Yes, Lord Batalov."
In the shadows, Colin bowed politely to Batalov and stepped out from the corner.
Brilliant sunlight streamed in from the semi-open dome, falling upon Colin and cloaking him in a radiant halo.
Colin walked slowly onto the stage, calmly gazing at all the Wizards seated in the audience before him.
The Wizards met by his gaze almost all chose to look away; no one met his eyes.
Of course, there were exceptions.
For instance, the row of Wizards seated at the very front of the audience.
Some smiled at Colin, some wore impassive expressions... Regardless of their expressions, Colin's face remained unchanged, and he didn't linger his gaze on any of them for even a second.
