~ Elvira ~ The sand of the arena felt hot between my toes, and for a second, I felt entirely confident. I could feel the spark dancing in my fingertips, and Noella’s training was clear in my mind. I looked up at the Alpha’s box, seeing Gabriel’s face pale and shocked, and I felt a surge of triumph. Watch me, I thought. Watch me prove everyone wrong. Garak, the big warrior across from me, laughed. It was a rough, mean sound. "I’ve had tougher snacks than you, little rogue," he grunted, cracking his knuckles. The drum gave one final, loud thwack, and the three-minute timer started. "Go!" Haddon shouted. I moved first. I was fast, faster than I’d ever been. I dodged his first swing, feeling the wind of his fist pass my ear. I landed a kick to his knee, and for a second, Garak actually stumbled. The crowd let out a loud gasp. I saw Silas and Aria clutching each other, their faces full of hope. I’m doing it! my heart was racing. I’m actually winning! I felt the heat
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