The moment those two names appeared, the arena became lively.
Many participants turned toward Max's pillar, then toward Rosaline's pillar. Some were surprised. Some were excited. Some were already focusing with great attention, because this battle was not between an obvious top monster and an ordinary survivor. Rosaline was not weak. She had advanced through both elimination rounds without suffering any real damage, and her radiant suppression had already proven to be extremely clean and dangerous.
Max also looked toward Rosaline.
Rosaline met his gaze from her pillar, and a faint helpless smile appeared on her face.
"I did not expect my first battle to start with you," she said.
Max smiled faintly. "Neither did I."
Angelina raised her hand.
Two beams of light descended.
