The lost packs
His compliment hangs in the air, electrifying and confusing, sending a mix of pride and embarrassment coursing through me.
Finally, Adis rises to his feet, extending a hand to help me up. I take it, still feeling the warmth of his skin linger on my fingers.
"An Ace?" I ask, rubbing my neck, trying to sound casual, though a flutter of anxiety dances in my stomach.
"That’s how we rank people when it comes to hand-to-hand combat and shooting," Adis explains, his tone shifting back to the serious instructor. "If you’re good, you’re a Knight. Below that, you don’t pass. If you’re better and have something special, you’re a King. The truly exceptional ones are Aces, and if you exceed all expectati
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