At lunchtime, everyone in the guild was still savoring the morning's battles. Gajeel and Gray had put on especially impressive performances, and the fierce showdown between Natsu and Gajeel in particular had left everyone fired up even now.
As they ate, everyone excitedly discussed the details of the morning's matches.
"Natsu's final burst was so cool! It's just a shame he still lost to Gajeel in the end. Those two really are evenly matched!" Macao said excitedly as he gnawed on a chicken leg.
"Gray and Lyon's fight was great too! The clash between Ice-Make Magic users had a completely different feel to it. Lyon was sharp in close combat, but Gray had more courage, so he deserved that victory!" Wakaba chimed in, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
"This afternoon's match is between Yukino and Mira. Judging by their previous fights, Mira has the advantage, but Yukino isn't simple either. I hope Mira will be careful." Lisanna ate with Elfman, somewhat worried about Mira's current condition.
At half past one in the afternoon, everyone returned to the training ground to watch the afternoon challenge match. The stands were already packed, and everyone's eyes were fixed on the center of the arena, eagerly anticipating the exciting battle to come.
Yukino slowly stepped onto the arena with Gabumon beside her. Although Gabumon was small, its eyes revealed excitement and confidence. On the other side, Mira leaped lightly straight onto the arena. Her movements were clean and decisive, drawing a wave of cheers and encouragement from Lisanna and Elfman in the stands.
Gildarts had originally been assigned as the referee for this match, but Allen had figured that it would definitely produce some spectacular moments, so he had voluntarily switched places with Gildarts and let him referee the matches afterward.
Allen stood on