The moment they appeared, the surroundings quieted down.
All eyes turned in their direction, drawn to the group of figures appearing at the department entrance. Their presence carried a strange magnetism, pulling everyone's focus the moment they stepped in.
Ahead of them was the Section Chief, as he eventually came to a pause as he awkwardly scratched the side of his cheek.
Feeling all the eyes directed his way, he proceeded to clap his hands once.
"May I have everyone's attention?"
His actions brought no change.
He already had everyone's attention.
"Keum."
Clearing his throat, he glanced behind him at the group of ten individuals. While all were dressed in regulation Guild uniforms, five stood out immediately — their appearance, their poise, and their presence were simply different.
