Chapter 2: Awakened Aspirant
What did it feel like to be the center of attention?
Klaus soon found out the answer to that question.
The moment his ID number was called, countless eyes turned to him.
He could feel them watching; silently, scrutinizing, judging. Strangers he neither knew nor acknowledged, assessing him as if he were some specimen under a microscope.
How can anyone live with this kind of pressure weighing on them?
This was precisely why he never wanted to be in the spotlight, not even for a fleeting moment.
There was an old saying: The tallest trees catch the most wind.
Klaus exhaled quietly, sealing away his unease, and stepped forward.
A few seconds later, he stood in front of Sergeant Griffon, who gave him a quick once-over before speaking in an emotionless tone.
"Place your hand on the machine."
Klaus didn't respond verbally. Just a short nod and a simple, "Yes, sir."