"Now, as we all remain standing."
Patrick West spoke calmly as he looked around the enormous and wide Arena, his gaze moving across the countless rows of people who remained on their feet after the Queen's welcome.
Every person remained standing.
The same applied to the high powers of the Kingdom seated at the top podium, as none of them had taken their seats again after the Queen's acknowledgement.
"For both the Britannia Anthem and the Royal Academy Anthem."
Patrick continued speaking in a calm voice.
"I would like to welcome the Golden Matching Order Band, as well as three beautiful and handsome students of this Academy... Lady Claris Greenwood of the Third Year, Sir Preston Sailor of the Second Year, and Lady Selena Galehart of the First Year."
He paused for a moment after announcing the names of the orchestra and the three students.
The Arena remained quiet enough for his voice to continue carrying clearly through the Holographic Screens.
