Mag-log inEmilia's POVThe roar of the crowd rolled through Centre Court like thunder.The National Championship Final had begun exactly as expected.Fast.Explosive.Relentless.Daniel Brooks stood behind the baseline, calmly spinning his racket with quiet confidence.His opening service game had already demonstrated why Eastgate Academy was feared nationwide.Power.Pure, overwhelming power.I tightened my grip on my racket."This isn't like Imperial Crown," I whispered.Wesley nodded."No.""They're trying to finish every point before we can even settle."The umpire called for play.Daniel tossed the ball high into the air.Boom!Another blistering serve.This time, Wesley reacted early, blocking the return deep into the backhand corner.Daniel smiled."Better."The rally began immediately.Unlike Lucas, Daniel never hesitated.Every shot was an attack.Every forehand carried immense force.Sophie's movement was equally refined.She glided across the net, cutting off angles with exceptional
Emilia's POVMorning arrived sooner than expected.Sunlight streamed through the hotel curtains, and for a few quiet moments, I remained in bed, staring at the ceiling.Today was the day.The National Championship Final.One match.One trophy.One opportunity to make history.I took a slow breath and rose from bed.When I opened the curtains, I saw thousands of people already making their way toward the National Sports Complex. Some carried Willowbrook Academy banners, while others wore Eastgate Academy colors.The entire city felt alive.A soft knock came at my door."Emilia?" Wesley’s voice called."Are you awake?""I am."A few minutes later, we met in the hotel restaurant with the rest of the team.No one was overly loud.Even Kael appeared calmer than usual.Coach Harrison entered carrying his clipboard.He surveyed the room before speaking."I won’t give a long speech."Everyone smiled."We know," someone replied.The coach nodded."You’ve trained for this all year.""You’ve ear
Emilia's POVThe applause lingered long after we had left Centre Court.Even within the players’ tunnel, the roar of twenty thousand spectators reverberated through the concrete walls.I could still hardly believe it.We had defeated Imperial Crown Academy.The undefeated champions.The team widely expected to secure yet another national title.As Wesley and I walked side by side toward the locker room, reporters gathered densely near the entrance."Emilia!""Wesley!""Just one question!""How does it feel to reach the National Championship Final?"Before either of us could respond, Coach Harrison stepped forward, positioning himself between us and the press."My players have earned their rest.""They will address the media tomorrow."The reporters responded with polite laughter, fully aware of his reputation."Still as strict as ever," one of them remarked.Coach Harrison allowed the faintest hint of a smile."Championships demand discipline."---Inside the locker room, the atmosphe
Emilia's POVThe stadium held its breath.Twenty thousand spectators stood in complete silence.The scoreboard glowed brightly above Centre Court.TiebreakWillowbrook Academy 5 – 5 Imperial Crown AcademyEverything we had worked for had come down to this.One point.Then another.The next few minutes would determine who advanced to the National Championship Final.Lucas stood behind the baseline with the ball resting in his palm.He looked across the net and offered a calm smile."No regrets."Wesley nodded."No regrets."The umpire raised a hand."Play."Lucas delivered one of the finest serves of the match.The ball curved sharply toward the corner.Wesley stretched and managed to return it deep.Immediately, the rally ignited.Forehand.Backhand.Volley.Slice.Neither team yielded an inch.The crowd followed every exchange in stunned silence.After nearly forty shots, Elena rushed the net.She struck a sharp volley toward my feet.I reacted instinctively, lifting the ball high ov
Emilia's POVThe roar of the crowd echoed beneath the glass dome as we returned to our positions.The scoreboard glowed above Centre Court.Imperial Crown Academy 3 – 2 Willowbrook AcademyEvery point now carried significant weight.Coach Harrison’s adjustments had begun to take effect.Imperial Crown no longer controlled the rhythm as easily as before.However, neither side had established a decisive advantage.The umpire called for play.Lucas served.The ball crossed the net like a silver streak.Wesley met it with a deep return.The rally immediately became another test of patience.Forehand.Backhand.Volley.Lob.Neither pair yielded.Finally, Elena stepped forward, attempting an angled winner.Instead, I anticipated her movement.I reached the ball early and guided a soft slice just over the net.It bounced twice before anyone could reach it."Love–Fifteen."The Willowbrook supporters erupted.Lucas smiled."Excellent touch.""Thank you," I replied."But we're not finished."Th
Emilia's POVThe applause continued long after the first set concluded.The scoreboard above Centre Court glowed brightly.Willowbrook Academy – 6Imperial Crown Academy – 4We had secured the opening set.Yet no one on our side celebrated excessively.Coach Harrison had cautioned us from the very beginning.“The most dangerous opponent…”“…is the one with nothing left to lose.”As we sat on the players’ bench, he handed Wesley and me fresh towels.“You played exceptionally well.”“But forget the first set.”“The second begins at zero.”Wesley nodded.“They’ll adjust their tactics.”Coach turned his gaze toward Imperial Crown.“No.”“They already have.”Across the court, Lucas and Elena spoke quietly.Neither appeared disappointed.Neither showed frustration.Instead…They were smiling.I frowned.“They’re planning something.”Coach Harrison met my eyes.“So are we.”---The umpire called the players back onto the court.The second set began with Imperial Crown serving.Lucas stood be
Emilia's POV Tonight was supposed to be a perfect night, marking a new beginning for Darian and me.The night we would make things official, a testament to our love over the years.I strode carefully through the hall, the clanking of glasses and the laughter that spread across everyone's lips fill
Emilia's POV “ Mate “ my wolf jumped in excitement in my head as she felt a deeper connection between us. “ This can't be right” I hummed to my wolf because I already had a boyfriend, a mate who was enrolled in the school. “ How can this be? “ That was the question lingering in my mind as our
Emilia POV "Oh I'm sorry he only drinks kale smoothies after matches" I whispered to the bar attendant who lowered his head, passing me a genuine smile before walking away.That was the rule for Darian Scott,my boyfriend who was the cynosure of all eyes which made every girl's heart leap at the ra
Emilia POV "Are you always this nervous or is it because of me ?" Wesley asked,his tone dead serious as he wore a straight expression staring at me.The words struck me like a knife seeping into my bones.My heart thumped wildly in my chest as heat flooded through my skin making my stomach churn.S







