Chapter 60

I only realize when we're all going through the warm-up rounds that Palus is here too. It surprises me because I thought Abrego and Palus aren't on good terms, but perhaps that's exactly why they have been invited. I notice Mira cozying up to the Palus Alpha, Kieran, much better.

The girl I'm currently paired with is a fair match. A few months ago, and she would have handed my ass to me. But I take her down easily, holding her down in the sand until she finally stops squirming and taps out.

We shake hands after, though she doesn't seem too happy to be beaten. None of the Palus Wolves do, though the Abregons are all too thrilled with me taking down another Wolf.

Jayden picks me up and spins me around, "Fourth win! Alora, what the hell were you so nervous about?"

I don't say anything, just pat her cheek and blush furiously. We watch as the final battles finish up. Ashenia is facing off one of the Solari females, and Hendrick is up against a Palus male.

Jayden howls as Hendrick lands a p