When the lights in the venue hall suddenly went out, countless Aerial Knights throughout the venue were startled. They instinctively reacted, gathering their magical power.
In particular, Kanata, Chloe, Yuri, and Mina had just learned that Jess's Humanoid Demon Scarabs were here. Their vigilance was higher than anyone else's, and they immediately wanted to take action.
But before they could, Luo Zhen spoke up and stopped them.
"Don't get tense. It's fine."
Luo Zhen's concise words made everyone stop.
At that moment, a spotlight shone down from the ceiling, illuminating a raised platform in the venue hall.
The master of ceremonies for the pre-tournament banquet was standing there.
"May I have everyone's attention? The pre-tournament address will now begin."
The master of ceremonies spoke while calming the Aerial Knights in the venue.
"Please welcome the representative of the Floating City League Council, the event organizers, to the stage."
As soon as he said this, another spotlight shone down from the ceiling, illuminating a young man who slowly walked onto the stage.
The man wore a dark gray formal suit. After reaching the stage and taking the microphone, he immediately gave everyone present a bright smile.
"I am Jess Vigert, chairman of the Floating City League Council."
The person who had appeared was indeed Jess.
"So that's Jess?"
Kanata, Chloe, Yuri, and Mina widened their eyes, then fixed their gazes firmly on Jess.
Luo Zhen watched him as well, but turned his gaze away indifferently.
"He's certainly cautious."
Luo Zhen had good reason to say that.
The Jess onstage was just like the one who had met Luo Zhen yesterday. He was not the real person, but a puppet serving as a clone.
Clearly, Jess still had no intention of appearing before Luo Zhen in person.
It was obvious how wary