As the day went on, excitement only grew.
With the first match concluded, the crowd buzzed with anticipation for what was coming next. Conversations filled every corner of the academy—speculation, debates, even bets on who would come out on top.
It didn't take long before another announcement was made.
Both the emperor and the academy principal stepped in, formally declaring the schedule for the remaining matches of the Continental Grand Festival.
One match.
Per day.
"…."
The reaction was immediate.
Some were surprised.
Some complained.
But most—
Didn't really mind.
It was obvious what this was.
A way to stretch things out.
To draw in more attention.
More profit.
More influence.
And honestly?
It worked.
With how massive the event had become, spreading out the matches only made each one feel more important. More focused. Something people would look forward to instead of consuming all at once.
For the academy, it meant more revenue.
For sponsors, more exposure.
