Now, while everyone was still trying to recover from the chaos Johnny had instigated, the Master of Ceremonies finally mounted the podium. She tapped the microphone gently, calling for attention. Her expression was tight with embarrassment, and when the hall quieted, she offered a polite but firm apology for the disruption Johnny had caused. The guests murmured, some rolling their eyes, others acting as if they had been personally inconvenienced. It was only when she continued speaking that the atmosphere shifted sharply.
She announced that the Dragon General would be making an entrance soon.
A ripple went through the room — not just surprise, but a stir of unease mixed with excitement. Conversations broke off mid-sentence. People leaned toward one another, whispering urgently. The name
