CHAPTER 234

Serena walked into the bustling waiting hall, where numerous candidates had already gathered. After scanning the room, she chose a seat at random and sat down, trying to focus and calm her nerves.

Moments later, a voice called out her name.

“Ms. Mercer?”

The tone was distinct, and the voice carried a familiar ring to it. Serena’s brow furrowed in recognition, and when she looked up, there was no