"Depending on the severity of your injury, the rules allow for the possibility of his disqualification. Should you be unable to compete in the championships for more than two days, his action would be considered a violation that undermines the fairness of the tournament."
A ripple of murmurs spread through the crowd again, voices clashing over the weight of the referee's words. Some leaned forward with excitement at the thought of Noah's possible disqualification. Others scoffed, insisting that Hiroshi had been soundly defeated regardless of timing.
Noah raised an eyebrow at the declaration, though his face remained calm. He did not speak, nor did he move to defend himself.
