Ludwig arrived at the arena, his eyes widening in surprise at the massive transformation that had taken place overnight. What had once been a simple, open-air platform with cement staircases for spectators had been replaced by a grand Colosseum-like structure. The sheer scale of it was breathtaking, with towering walls, intricate carvings, and a massive central arena that seemed ready to host battles of epic proportions.
The Colosseum had one main entrance where a steady stream of students was pouring in. Ludwig was about to follow the crowd when a hand grabbed his arm, pulling him back.
"You're late!" a familiar voice scolded.
Turning, Ludwig saw Kaela standing there, her fiery eyes glaring at him. Her grip on his arm was firm, and her expression was a mix of annoyance and relief.
"You thought I was going to bail on you?" Ludwig said, grinning despite the situation.
"The thought crossed my mind," Kaela admitted, releasing his arm. "Still, are you ready?"
