AllFreeNovel
Share Us
The crowd, sensing the climax of the standoff, suddenly fell silent.
A hush enveloped the arena.
The only sounds were the soft whir of drones capturing every moment, the distant hum of machinery, and the rhythmic beat of my heart.
Above us, the massive display started its countdown.
3…
2…
1…
As the final number flashed, the pit erupted into action.
The crowd’s screams and cheers blended into a cacophonous backdrop as Sneik and I locked eyes, each challenging the other to make the first move.
The fight had begun.
18
NOVA
From my vantage point in the Prize Pool, the fighting pit always seemed manageable.
An arena of struggle and blood, but not overwhelming.
Yet now, standing within its confines, the sheer scale of the pit knocked the wind out of me.
The walls were massive, towering in every direction, stretching to meet the starry sky above.
The lights overhead were a dozen times brighter, their beams blinding and disorienting.
My ears were bombarded with the deafening roar of the crowd.
Echoes of cheers, jeers, chants, and cries filled the air, creating a chaotic symphony that made my head spin.
I tried to take a step forward, but the sandy texture of the ground felt foreign under my sandals.
It shifted, fine grains sifting between my toes and making me aware of every movement.
“Focus, Nova,” I chided myself, closing my eyes for a brief moment to regroup.
I could not afford to be overwhelmed now.
Too much was at stake.
Ashale’s life.
My life.
Our bond.
When I reopened my eyes, the first thing I saw was Ashale squaring off against Sneik.
The sight gave me a renewed surge of determination.
I anchored myself to it, focusing on the rhythm of Ashale’s breathing and the steady beat of his heart.
