The atmosphere crackled with anticipation as Machi and Jenny stood near the fountain, their hearts pounding in sync with the rhythm of the forthcoming trials. The air buzzed with a palpable energy, and they found themselves surrounded by a sea of fellow contestants and curious onlookers. The crowd had gathered, drawn by the promise of spectacle and the chance to witness the clash of extraordinary abilities.

In the midst of the crowd, a loud voice shattered the ambient noise. The source of the commotion emerged—a rotund figure in a garish pink suit, urging the watching prisoners to place their bets. Machi turned to Jenny, his curiosity piqued, and asked her who this flamboyant man was. It was then that a girl with long silver hair appeared seemingly out of thin air, breaking the silence with her voice.

"That's Piggy," she said, her words carrying a tone of disdain. Her presence was captivating, like that of a princess from a forgotten fairy tale, with silver locks cascading down her back and flawless porcelain skin. Machi found himself mesmerized by her appearance, but a sudden twist of fate interrupted his train of thought.

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His injured eye, the one that had suffered during the brutal trials of the Iron Colosseum, began to weep unexpectedly. A single tear cascaded down his cheek, a silent reminder of the pain he had endured. Jenny's gaze shifted between the silver-haired girl and Machi, unsure of what to make of this peculiar occurrence. Gathering her courage, she mustered the words to inquire about the girl's identity.

"I'm Charlotte," she replied, her voice gentle yet resolute. Machi, now composed, managed to find his voice and asked how she knew about Piggy. With an air of authority, Charlotte revealed that Piggy was one of the rulers of the B sector, overseeing both B2 and B1 levels. Known for his ruthless gambling tendencies, Piggy sought to exploit the misfortunes of others for his own gain.

As introductions were made, Machi and Jenny acquainted themselves with Charlotte, their paths converging in this moment of shared destiny. A nod of understanding passed between them, a tacit acknowledgment of the challenges they were about to face. But before they could dwell further on their newfound alliance, a voice resonated throughout the level, cutting through the chatter.

"The Dragon's Trials will now begin its first phase."