Chapter 218: Chapter 218: Just Business (Part 5)

Dean Sanchez led Miss Claire through the grand entrance of the private viewing room. The air in this exclusive space was different from the bustling stadium outside.

There was a quiet hum of important conversations, mixed with the soft clinking of glasses and the occasional rustle of expensive fabrics.

The room was filled with polished, well-dressed individuals, most of them representing agencies, tech companies, or sponsors looking to back the next generation of heroes.

Along with them were a few prominent alumni—some of SHU's most accomplished heroes—sitting in comfortable, plush chairs as they watched the candidates below with sharp, discerning eyes.

The seating area that Dean Sanchez had arranged for Miss Claire was a cut above the rest. It was positioned near the wide, floor-to-ceiling windows that overlooked the stadium, offering a perfect view of the field.

The luxurious leather chairs were spaced comfortably apart, designed for privacy, and a small, polished wooden table sat between each set of chairs, adorned with crystal glasses and a bottle of sparkling water.

The ambient lighting was soft, casting a warm glow that highlighted the elegance of the room without distracting from the main event outside.

As Miss Claire followed the Dean, her eyes moved discreetly around the room, recognizing several familiar faces.

A few top executives from national hero agencies were deep in conversation, their eyes occasionally flicking to the stadium below. Nearby, she spotted two heroes with longstanding ties to SHU, both of them alumni now scouting for potential sidekicks.

She mentally noted the fierce expressions on their faces, thinking to herself, 'It's a room full of wolves, each waiting for the right moment to pounce.'

Her gaze shifted, landing on Mrs. Dugarte, a senior agent from the largest sponsor of SHU and of course Starboy's mother. She was actively watching the field with a shocked expression as Don made his entrance onto the stadium floor.

A small smile tugged at Miss Claire's lips. She allowed herself a brief moment of amusement before thinking, 'I should fit right in.'

Dean Sanchez, clearly eager to please, pulled out the chair for her as she sat down, smoothing out her coat. He took the seat next to her, still perspiring slightly from the earlier rush.

"So, Miss Claire," Sanchez began in a voice he tried to keep light, "how did you end up becoming the young man's lawyer? You must have a good eye for talent, ha—" Sёarch* The Nôvel(F)ire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Before he could finish, Miss Claire raised a single finger to her lips and shot him a sharp look. "Quiet," she said softly, her voice cool but firm. "I'm trying to watch my client make his entrance."

Dean Sanchez immediately shut his mouth, nodding awkwardly as he shifted in his seat, trying to regain his composure.

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Down on the field, the atmosphere was alive with excitement, though not without some confusion.

The massive crowd roared, their energy swelling as they reacted to the unexpected addition. While some fans were simply thrilled to see anyone new, others were scratching their heads, trying to figure out who Don was.

If anyone were to check the activity on the livestream comment sections, they'd understand just how divided the reaction was:

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**Delaygram:**

@ByeByeStarboy: "If Starboy gets rocked again, I'm convinced he's just out here training for the NASA ???? "

**@HeroHunter23**: "Starboy better hope he brought his pride back with him 'cause he left it smeared across the pavement the last time ????"

**@RideOrDieStarFan**: "He's got this, y'all just haters. Starboy's gonna show everyone up this time for real."

**@SavageReply**: "@RideOrDieStarFan He already 'showed up.' Problem is, he left half his dignity behind when Don sent him flying ????????"

**@RIPStarboyFans**: "Starboy stans still out here praying for a miracle like their boy didn't just become a human projectile last time ????"

**@FanBoiGone**: "Round two? More like round 'oh please not again.' Starboy's about to collect L's like it's a full-time job ????"

**@ViralFailz**: "Is Starboy even conscious after that first punch? Y'all see him shaking? Someone bring him a chair before he collapses again ????"

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**MaskBook:**

**@SlayQueen500**: "Starboy's fans gotta be sweating more than he is right now. If he messes this up again, they're gonna have to pack up their fan pages ???? #Canceled"

**@Savagely_Me**: "Someone better tell Starboy 'lightning doesn't strike twice,' but apparently Don's fists do ????"

"Starboy's about to show everyone that was just a fluke! He's ready now. Let's gooooo! ⭐????"

@ItHurtsToBeAStarboyFan: "This is painful. Bro's still dusting off his golden jumpsuit and y'all expecting a comeback? The only thing coming back is the memes ????"

**@ClownCentral**: "Starboy stans acting like he didn't just eat pavement 10 minutes ago. 'He's ready now'—yeah, ready to retire ????"

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**Chirper (X):**

**@UltimateSassLord**: "Starboy's out here like, 'I won't make the same mistake twice,' but bro's knees are still shaking from the first one ???? #HeGone"

**@ZeroChill69**: "The real punchline here is Starboy thinking he's *actually* ready now. Dude, you're one more hit away from a Netflix documentary ????"

@LOLhero_100: "Imagine thinking Starboy is gonna bounce back when he's still picking dust out of his hair from round one. ????????"

**@StarboySupportTeam**: "Wait till you see his real power! He's about to flex on Don."

**@ZeroFilter99**: "@StarboySupportTeam He flexed last time and all we saw were his bones getting real close to the sidewalk ????"

**@ShadeThrowerX**: "I bet Starboy's thinking 'I'll show them,' but he's looking more like he's about to *show us* how to get knocked out twice in one day ????"

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Back on the field, Don walked calmly toward the group of candidates, his expression composed and unaffected by the attention.

The other candidates, already lined up for their evaluations, exchanged confused glances. Clearly puzzled by his sudden appearance.

The only one who didn't seem confused was Starboy. His blue eyes were locked onto Don with an intense, angry glare, his jaw clenched tight.

The muscles in his neck tensed as he ground his teeth, clearly frustrated. His hands balled into fists at his sides, though he tried to maintain his composure for the cameras.

Silverwing, standing next to Starboy, glanced at him and smirked. "I wonder who that is," he said in a low voice, his tone full of sarcasm. He then cast a sideways glance at Starboy, his smile widening slightly. "Maybe he's here to finish what he started… taking your spotlight."

Starboy's teeth clenched even harder. "Shut up if you know what's good for you," he hissed, his voice low and threatening.

Silverwing just chuckled softly, unfazed and enjoying the moment.

As Don arrived and took his place next to the other candidates, most of them gave him curious glances, unsure what to make of the situation.

But Starboy's stare remained filled with disdain, his hostility toward Don practically radiating from him. Don, however, didn't acknowledge the tension.

He simply stood there, relaxed, his hands at his sides, waiting for the evaluation to begin.

Up in the commentator's booth, the energy was starting to build again. The main commentator, still recovering from the surprise of the late entry, cleared his throat before speaking.

"And now that everyone has arrived, let me introduce the host of this year's evaluation," his voice boomed, barely hiding his excitement. "Ladies and gentlemen, give a warm welcome to the man behind some of the most cutting-edge hero tech in the world, SHU's very own Dr. Gadget!!"