Johnny Cade Challenges Novels & Stories

“You don’t even try to think with a sane mind! What if he had attacked back just now, Do you think you would have won!? Do you think he would’ve stood there while you tried to attack him to kill him? Of course no. He would have attacked you back and probably have killed you. He’s stronger, and you know that. He also has the support of some elders because if he doesn’t, there is no way they would have accepted the challenge.!” Instead of finding a way to stop this challenge,” Seraya snapped, “you’re acting tough and agreeing to it like a fool!” I turned to face her, my jaw tightening. “There’s nothing I can do!” I shouted back. “If I back out now, everyone will think I’m weak and I’m not weak

It was escapism at an unhealthy level. "I was hoping you'd say that," Jared grinned. Before I could ask what he meant, he lifted my arm, announcing loudly, "WE'VE GOT THE CHAMPION RIGHT HERE! CAN ANYONE DEFEAT THE BIRTHDAY BOY?!" "HE'S A MEAN, GREEN, BEER PONG MACHINE!!!" Jason shouted from the other side of the room. Instantly, all eyes were on me. Dammit, Jared! "I'll challenge the birthday boy!" some guy yelled.

she added. "No, it's fine. It’s actually too early. I also wanted to unwind a bit," I replied, feeling the warmth of the cup against my palm. "What is it you said was important?" "Tell me something first, Cassidy. Is it really unbearable now?" she asked, holding her coffee—one I knew she would leave untouched. "Does my son give you a hard time?" Unbearable? That was an understatement. Johnny Miles was a huge pain in my ass, and at this rate, I’d be dead before I could even spend the money Tamara would pay me.

“Excuse me?” Cedric asked. “You heard me. I challenge you to the Four Trials of the Forsaken Apex.” I repeated. “Do you accept?” “Chief...if you don’t, you will die.” Oz informed him. “Thanks for that information by the way Oz.” I smiled slightly. Cedric's eyes filled with rage and confusion. “I absolutely have to accept this stupid challenge?” “No.” I said. “You could always die.” He groaned. “I...accept!”

She smirked. “Is that an OFFICIAL challenge?” Ryle chuckled. “If it is, then do it officially and properly.” “I, Heather Franklin, challenge Ryle RedFang for the right to mate Alpha Ryder Stone and for the right to become Moon Stone Luna.” she announced. “Are you sure want to do this?” Ryle growled. Heather nodded yes. “I, Ryle RedFang, accept the challenge issued by Heather Franklin.” “What’s going here?” My dad yelled, stomping over to us.

Jaela, along with her mates Cade and Alex, were already there, and Jaela rushed over to give me a warm hug as soon as she saw me. We all danced together, letting the music carry us away. The sense of community and belonging was palpable, and I was glad Jaela and Jalen could smile again after their dad's death. Jalen watched us with a smile but then Cade challenged him to a beer-chugging contest. Jalen accepted, and soon the two of them were chugging beers as fast as they could. Alex, Jaela, and I cheered them on, laughing at the silly spectacle. Jalen was a natural, sinking shot after shot and earning cheers from the crowd.

“Do you think I deliberately lingered over dinner for this challenge? Miss Willmer, I’ve eaten dinner too. We’re evenly matched. No one is cheating.” Fay chuckled at Cade’s explanation. It didn’t matter if he had eaten. This neat and organized guy wouldn’t be able to fight it. Cade was used to eating little. His stomach wouldn’t even be able to hold more than two pieces of steak. And when it came to the ability to devour anything, Fay was always the champion. “Okay. I accept your challenge. But I want to know the prize I get if I win.” Fay wondered why Cade would suddenly come up with a challenge like this. It didn’t seem like his style.

Hunter didn’t make it to dinner. We walked outside as the pack gathered for the ceremony, and Hunter walked with Isabella at his arm. His eyes looked fixated in front, seeing no one. The ceremony was about to start, and everyone wanted to see if I could move through the crowd without being noticed. Then I heard him. Hunter, he shouted, I challenge you! Kaden stood there shirtless, smiling. My heart was pounding, scared for Hunter. He took his buttoned shirt off. Challenge accepted, he said

“You can’t change it now.” Tessa stiffened. She already knew. Whatever Jace was going to say, it was going to involve her. And she was right. Jace leaned back lazily, grinning like a man with a brilliant idea. “I challenge you to ask Tessa for a dance. To one full song.” A chorus of cheers erupted, people clapping and whistling in encouragement. Tessa caught Kevin’s reaction out of the corner of her eye—his lips pressed together, his expression bemused. Meanwhile, Gendry was still sitting, expression unreadable.

I couldn't help but wonder. “What did you say?” Adrian interrupted my thought once again, not only mine but Cameron's as well. “We're gonna fight this battle as individuals, not involving the government if you claim you're truly powerful, otherwise you're nothing but a weak, hopeless man who derives joy from oppressing others.” “A coward!” Cameron added. I couldn't fail to acknowledge the fact that he knew how to pull the dare challenge quite perfectly. “Fine!” Adrian chuckled. “Guess what?” He lowered his tone, sounding more sinister. “Both of you will be crushed by me!”