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128. ENEMIES FOR LIFE

Matteo stretched his limbs to loosen his muscles and balance his core. He took a deep breath, filling his lungs with fresh air. As he exhaled, a sense of tranquility washed over him

He wore his fighting trunk and wrap-around black knuckle band. He left the locker room and walked to the octagon. He saw Nicholas already waiting inside, his muscles tense and jaw clenched.

It seemed like the underling wanted to prove himself so badly.

Nicholas tried to get the doubt of his mind as he saw Matteo's fit-form approach. He saw a vacant look in his rival's eye. He realized that all his underhanded tactics were not working.

Nicholas saw Matteo's lapdog sit in front of a small bell that he must ring after every three minutes. There was going to be a three-round bout. There was no need for an instructor or referee.

The rule was simple. Only one person had to be conscious by the end of the fight. Both men watched each other intensely, their eyes locked in a fierce battle of de