There were still two hours left before the intense eight-hour alchemy competition concluded, but already, a few alchemists had begun completing their masterpieces. The grand spectators' stands buzzed with animated discussions, voices overlapping in fervent debates about who would emerge victorious. The competition had boiled down to two prominent figures: the esteemed Grade 8 alchemists, Galeli and Ada. Their mastery over the craft was unparalleled, and the crowd was eager to see which of the two would achieve the highest triumph. Beyond them, many speculated on who would claim the coveted spots among the top five.
"It's starting!" a voice rang out in the crowd, drawing everyone's attention skyward.
