The Selection.
The word hung heavy in the air.
"As per long-standing precedent, since we have only fifty spots," Halbrecht continued, "quota distribution will favor the upper years. Fifth and Sixth years will receive the majority of participation slots—ten to fifteen each, going lower as we go lower in the years."
The illusion shifted again.
Numbers rearranged.
"And lastly, first years will receive three as per usual."
Silence followed.
There was shock, but there was no outrage, just a bit of tension. The favouritism was clear for all to see. It wasn't the first time this would be happening, and surely not the last.
Everyone present understood the logic behind his words, but it still wouldn't stop them from speaking out.
"Don't you think that's a bit too much? Even though it is tradition to award more quotas to the older students, the younger ones deserve recognition just as much."
