Arthur stood perfectly still in the center of the colossal white marble amphitheater. Millions of deities, nobles, and high-ranking officials stared down at him from the towering stands. They were expecting a quick execution. They were expecting the anomaly to be erased.
They did not expect a corporate presentation.
Arthur held up the glowing blue data-crystal. He did not ask for permission to speak. He just tapped into his base mana reserves and pushed his energy into the small crystal.
"BEEP!"
The crystal shattered into a dozen harmless pieces. Instantly, a massive holographic projection erupted from the shards. It expanded upward, filling the entire center of the arena. It was hundreds of feet tall and perfectly clear.
The projection displayed billions of lines of undeniable, foundational code. It was the master ledger of Eternity Holdings.
"Let us look at the books," Arthur's voice boomed across the silent arena.
