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Author: Zila Aicha
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Riley suddenly said, "You did it, right?"

James turned to Riley and then replied, "Did what?"

It was clear that James pretended to not know about that.

"Told them about General Mackenzie's son being here?" Riley said, still trying to hold back his emotions.

James shrugged, "I just told them about the possibility. Well, who knows if they believed it?"

Alen Smith snorted, "You did it on purpose because you wanted to find General Mackenzie's son, right?"

Diego said, "You think you can lure the son of the great general to show up?"

Once again, James Gardner visibly grinned and replied, "Of course. That guy will definitely show up on his own. And ... I'll beat him in every match, no matter what."

"Just keep dreaming, as long as you can," Alen said.

Riley said, "It's like you're out of work."

The smug smile vanished from James' face. "Whatever you say, but you three watch. I'll beat him."

Alen and Diego did not respond but Riley said, "Well, good luck then. We'll be your supporte
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