บท 315: The Opening Ceremony(1)

BOOM BOOM CLACK

BOOM BOOM CLACK

BOOM BOOM CLACK

"Dad… What is that?"

Just like his son, Norcet, the mage and all those near them had surprised expressions on their faces as they heard the drumbeat which was only now audible as they were on the way to their destination.

It was a long walk from Olympia to the stadium, as the area between them was meant for those who did not have tickets to sit.

What had been a boisterous atmosphere with people talking animatedly among themselves while looking forward to the events had changed into one of solemnity as they got to the point where they could see the edges of the massive canyon which was said to hold the stadium.

They knew that it would be grand, but they had never expected that it would be this stunning of a spectacle.

The drumbeat set the mood, making each and every one have serious expressions on their faces as they stepped forward and froze in place, their minds unable to process the image in front of them.