February 6th, morning.
The lingering chill of early spring cut through the air, and cold wind swept past.
Though it was no longer as frigid as winter, passersby still pulled their padded coats tighter around themselves.
The eight entrances to the Grand Martial Arena were packed with people, commoners weaving among carriages.
Betty, who had spent several days in the countryside with her father, stepped down from her carriage and entered the Grand Martial Arena hand in hand with several young noble ladies.
Viscount Karl had specifically chosen the morning match of the Imperial Capital First Team and purchased a private-box ticket with a good view for Betty.
Betty had therefore invited her friends to come watch the match with her.
As she entered the Grand Martial Arena, sharp-eyed Betty immediately noticed the banner hanging above the doorway and instinctively looked up—
"Stone-Faced Captain Wodesen Faces the Duke's Grandson Once More!"
"Wodesen's Battle to Wash Away His Shame in an Elemental Cards Magic Duel!"
"—Venue: Magic Battle Hall (Officially Opening at 1 p.m. on February 6th, No. xx Central Street, Peace Square)"
Before she could ask her friends about it, she spotted enormous illustrated posters on both walls as they passed through the corridor beyond the entrance.
The poster depicted a beach, half ocean and half sand, with specks of red, yellow, blue, and cyan light floating in the air.
At the center of the poster was an utterly charming and adorable young lady.
Her slender, tall figure was outlined by the pale-purple dress she wore.
Leaning forward slightly, she braced her fair bare arms against her knees. Her long snow-white hair spilled down one side, and a sweet smile bloomed on her pretty face.
Half of her smooth, pale calves were exposed, her little feet planted on the golden