The Organizing Committee's judges had been closely observing the dynamics of each group of competitors. JR's involvement had clearly played a significant role; what was supposed to be a supporting role had turned into the lead. Even with such an oversight in the competition's rules, the Organizing Committee could only pretend not to see it. Additionally, JR's Laboratory occupied an essential position in the industry, and there were people from JR on this year's judging panel—what more could be said?
On the other hand, Emma Clark was completing the competition on her own, in a standard fashion. Because she adhered so strictly to the rules, she attracted even more attention. Many judges were puzzled, knowing that Seven-Acre Farm had plenty of talented people, but Kiara's current performance did not seem particularly outstanding.
