May 19th 3019
8:21 P.M.
Cambridge, HAS Arena
"Don't worry, you will receive a letter of recommendation from us even if you don't qualify for our current round of recruitment, also it is a First Choice Contract so we still have time until you graduate, by that time if more spots open up we can take you all in"
No one speaks for a while.
"So who made the Cut boss?" We turn to Max as we narrow our eyes.
"What? No way I didn't make it, I lasted until the end!" He says proudly.
"Well he is right, your performances in the match did have a say in our choice" John points out.
Atticus and Bonnie look down at that remark, they were the first to go down after all. Straun and Gustav also wince but they know they at least have a higher chance.
"However we also decided not just on Rank Potential but overall potential" Richie adds.
"So for the ones who made it are, Bonnie Rainer-"
"What! Really?" Even Bonnie seems surprised.
"Yes, We see a lot of ways your Ego can be used and improved, also it seems rather strong for your current Rank, we hope to expand your strengths and work on your weak areas" Seems like a rather vague reason but we don't question it.
"Let's hurry up, we don't have much time, apart from Miss Rainer can I see Sarmon Lovato, Kris Real, Maximus Paine, Gustav Gavenza, Michael Morgan, and John Ranger?" John (Doe) says.
We all stand and join him as we high five, Jacob however loses it.
"What!? Why only them? I'm much better than them! I lasted until the end too!!"
"Please sit down, we admit that your Ego is strong however it is simply not what we are looking for, for now"
"B-but-"
"We can still take you in if anyone else here gives up their slot, if not, you might still get a chance later on, we are still giving you a letter of recommendation regardless."
Jacob opens his mouth to say something else but hesitates before finally speaking "Fine!"
"Here's the letter" Richie hands him a golden brown letter with a red seal on it.
Jacob hesitates again "Thank you, I'll take my leave" He heads towards the exit, it seems he had a ride waiting for him already. He gives me and Max a death glare before he slams the cafeteria door behind him.
"Sigh, behavior and personality also make up part of it, we don't want to make a bad name for ourselves after all" John says.
We all nod, John (Ranger) looks at us and frowns.
"Now let us explain something" Richie Begins
"We encourage competition but what we will not tolerate is hostility and intent to harm within the facilities or on missions you hear that?" A golden hue permeates the air as his words turn cold. We all gulp and slowly nod towards each other and towards the recruiters.
Richie looks at us and then his face eases up as the gold leaves the air.
"Good, just making sure you understand that. You have no idea how many problems people have had with that"
John Doe nods along "Now that we have discussed the terms and who will be chosen for the team, we will pass around the physical contract. We sincerely hope you agree to join us".
"Also make sure to go over the contract in its full at least twice" Richie adds.
I make sure to look it over and see that it's exactly as they've said, all the benefits clearly laid out. Before signing it I notice a small marking on the bottom left, I shake my head thinking I'm seeing things but it somehow becomes clearer. The book inside my core is ever so faintly glowing that I almost miss it.
John Doe looks my way as I'm lost in my thoughts. "Something wrong with the contract?"
"Ah? Nothing just making sure I read it right"
Looking back at the contract I now clearly see, it is a small red symbol in the shape of an eye, three lines going through the pupil as if clawed away by something. I recognize this symbol, it is the Oath Seal used by The Alliance. It tends to be used either in court to ensure the truth is being spoken, in contracts and agreements to ensure they are upheld or in interrogation.
It seems they are serious about the benefits and want to ensure the best for their recruits, so I gladly sign the papers. I look around and it seems everyone else did too.
As John goes to pick up the contracts Richie speaks up "Does anyone have any questions left? Any doubts that are on your mind? Doesn't have to be specifically about the contract mind you".
The table is silent.
"That will be all then, just one more thing, now that you have signed the contract you are all one of us and are entitled to this." John lifts his hand and waves a bronze card with the Mythic Fighters logo.