As the high-noon sun toned down its scorching rays a bit, people once more converged from all directions.
They were all headed to the Gaora Public Square to watch the latter half of day one of the Arcana Primis Cup Main Tournament.
There were thirty-two more matches, and each was expected to be far spicier than any of the earlier sixty-four.
After all, it would be winners versus winners, and only the strongest and most competent among the youngsters would continue advancing.
Both Hal and Ennya were also back to their designated seats beside the minor stages.
Soon, Akari ascended the main stage, causing everyone's enthusiasm to skyrocket once more.
She scanned the crowd with a smile.
"It seems everyone had quite a nice lunch and is full of energy for thirty-two more exciting matches, so let's get round two of the tournament underway!"
Her announcement was met with the thundering roars and applause of the audience, hyping up even the high-profile youngsters.
