Shadows of Heart : The Awakening
Spectators, students, teachers, and dignitaries from various packs formed a wide circle around the combat grounds.
Zoe stood with her friends - Dominic, Nikola, and Sara - feeling the anticipation vibrate through her veins. She clenched her fists to keep herself grounded, glancing over at her friends with pride and a deep sense of camaraderie. Over their weeks together, their connection had deepened into a bond as strong as family. Today, she would rely on that bond to push herself harder than she ever had before.
She turned to Dominic, who met her gaze with a steady look that conveyed both encouragement and a shared resolve. The unspoken understanding between them was like an anchor, calmin