"What just happened!!?"
"Did you see that!?"
"Are they okay???"
A tremendous roar rumbled within the Theatre of War like the cry of an enormous beast. The crowd, which was once silent, was now in a frenzy, utterly shocked by the abrupt ending to the enthralling display.
Some gasped for breath, while others fretted over the fate of Caelum and Varnel.
However, there was a a single, common emotion brewing within the chaotic clamour.
…Awe.
It engulfed the stadium and the spectators within it.
The subject of these passionate looks was none other than the Keeper's Apprentice, a monster whom no one had seen coming. After this duel, everyone understood why the Keeper of the End had chosen him.
Several of his more vocal opposition began to feel ashamed of their previous actions - who were they to judge when the Keeper obviously knew better?
In the private viewing chamber, the atmosphere was solemn.
