CHAPTER 39

After the merriment, it was time for Ethan and Ace's game. Alyssa couldn't stomach any food because she was worried but she tried to hide it so her brother wouldn't be affected by it. But Ethan wasn't as good at composing himself like Alyssa.

Alyssa massaged his shoulders backstage so he could lose up. “Listen Kiddo, I know you're tense but you've gotta relax.”

“I'm failing at pretending right?” He chuckled. “It's so hard. I feel like I can't do it.”

She turned him around to face her and cupped his face. “Don't say that sweetie. You can and you will.”

“You have more belief in me than I do, myself,” he said and smiled.

“Of course I do. So just relax and give your best out there my champion,” she said and ruffled his hair.

Ethan loosened up a bit, silently grateful he had his sister by his side.

“Ace is the son of the Alpha and his physical fitness is already much higher than the average person. Just give all you can.”

Ethan wrapped his arm around his sister. He knew the principles. He