"So, since it has been quite some time since we last held a Value Scale Session..."
Lara spoke while walking slowly toward the side of the stage.
The lights above continued shining brightly upon her, while the massive audience remained focused on every word she said.
"I'll explain how this session works once again, both to refresh everyone's memory and to properly introduce it to our new audience and viewers watching across Britannia."
She stopped near the edge of the stage and looked across the hall.
The excitement was already visible.
Many people sat forward in their seats.
Others adjusted their notebooks.
Several scholars even held their pens ready.
Everyone knew this was the true battlefield of the Auction.
The presentation had only been the opening act, while this was where inventions either rose higher or fell apart.
"First, everyone is eligible to ask a question."
Lara raised one finger.
