Chapter 15: The Unseen Talent
As the guild masters entered the observation room, the air was thick with anticipation. This was where they would evaluate the top three groups of students, who would be the future stars of their guilds. The room itself was grand yet simple—seven chairs lined up in a semicircle, all facing a wall shimmering with projection magic.
The magical wall was set to display recordings of the students' trial performances, showcasing their strengths and weaknesses in vivid detail. Every moment captured during the trials would be scrutinized, debated, and dissected. For the students, this was the most significant step toward achieving their dreams. For the guild masters, it was about finding the right individuals to carry their legacies forward.
Vardhan, the head examiner, stood respectfully in front of the guild leaders. His demeanor was calm and composed, a sharp contrast to the electric energy in the room. He bowed slightly and said, "Please, all of you, take your places. The projection will start soon." His voice was steady, but there was a hint of excitement, as if he knew what was coming.
The guild leaders nodded and sat down on their designated seats. Each leader represented a powerful guild, each with a rich history of achievements and an extraordinary vision for the future. Their presence alone was enough to make the room feel heavy with authority.
As soon as the first recording started, the leaders leaned in, watching carefully. The initial tests were a showcase of commendable teamwork and magical abilities. Each group of students had prepared extensively, displaying their skills with determination. But as the recordings progressed, the guild masters exchanged glances, their expressions unreadable. While the students performed well, nothing truly extraordinary had been displayed yet.
Then, the presentation transitioned to Aamir's group.
Haider Ali, the always cheerful leader of the Rath Chakra Guild, suddenly leaned forward in his chair. His jovial expression was replaced with one of intense focus. "Stop it here," he ordered, his tone unexpectedly serious. "Watch this closely."
The projection froze, capturing the exact moment when a nimble, cheetah-like predator-class beast pounced on Aamir's group. The animal was a blur in motion, its speed so extraordinary that it seemed almost invisible.
"Are you seeing this?" Haider pointed at the screen, his eyes gleaming with interest.