From the elevated platform in the Silverwood family's section, Lachlan Silverwood kept his eyes fixed on Arena Three, while secretly observing the other Family Heads around him—as if afraid they might discover something.
The others on the platform had shifted their attention to different arenas, each watching their own family members compete. But when Lachlan turned his gaze toward the House of Zane's section, someone there caught his eye, giving him a subtle headshake.
Suddenly, Liam Silverwood appeared on the platform steps. His expression, calm and composed since his arrival, now showed unmistakable panic as he hurried to Lachlan's side.
He bent down and whispered in his ear, "We have trouble. The Blood Convergence Formation beneath Arena Three is about to activate prematurely!"
"What?" Lachlan's eyes widened in shock.
