Chapter 28: Orion

"One at a time!" The sentinels yell as they scan our IDs and let us through the doors that lead to the stadium.

As I approach the check point, my heart races in anticipation. The stadium is massive, its walls towering above me, casting a shadow over the entire courtyard. The air is thick with excitement and the endless chatter, as well as hoots and bet hashtags. Everyone's wearing green--not me though. I hate green.

I step forward and hand over my ID card for scanning, the beep signaling my entry.

"Have you seen Darian today? I wanted to wish him before it starts but I can't find him anywhere," Maya says loudly beside me as we walk side by side, making our way inside.

Darian is participating in the Games. He didn't tell me when I ask, leaving me hanging with a smirk and "you'll see. Cheer for me, princess."

Well. That was before the fight.

I shrug, keeping my expression impassive. "He was at the gym this morning. I've not seen him since then."

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