Relief and excitement flooded through him as he took in the news. The council members continued their discussions.
As they left the council chamber, Tila smiled at Lex, her pride evident. "Congratulations, Lex. Your journey as a Runner is just beginning, and I'll be here to support you every step of the way."
Lex grinned, but his attempt to speak was interrupted as a woman approached Silika. "Miss Silvercrest, could you step in? The council wishes to speak to you."
Silika, with her blue hair, looked confused, but Lex nudged her gently. She began walking, and he followed, but the woman halted him. "Only she can enter. Private matters."
He nodded and joined Tila, who stood there with a smile. As Lex approached her, she held something out to him.
Curious, he accepted it and inquired as he saw it was a piece of paper. "What's this?"