It's Time to Duel!

Lassim and Hallen watched as the vendors strolled through the bustling aisles of the refreshment area, the aroma of grilled meats and sweet fruits on their trays wafting through the air. 

Quickly, they flagged down a vendor to come over to them and they each grabbed a meat roll, still warm from the cooking fires, and selected a refreshing juice to sip on while they waited for the upcoming duels to begin. 

They enjoyed simple conversation, discussing who out of the 10 contestants on the side line in meditation looked the strongest, to fill the time.

As the thirty-minute break came to an end, and everyone having finished sating their hunger or thirst, the announcer's voice echoed through the arena once again. 

Drawing the attention of the gathered spectators and competitors alike, "Ladies and gentlemen, are we all excited to continue on to the next phase of the Spirit Growth Stage of our Martial Tournament!?" The crowd cheered in response.