Clap, clap, clap!
Thunderous applause filled the arena.
Garrick stood in the center of the ring, basking in the crowd's admiration.
"The final diamond-tier match—Garrick wins! Congratulations to Garrick for advancing to a two-star diamond fighter.” the announcer's voice echoed through the stands.
In truth, Eamon had been demoted to a one-star diamond fighter. But since a downgrade is an embarrassment for any boxer, it usually goes unannounced, though everyone understood.
"The five matches have concluded successfully. Now, we kindly ask the audience to clear the seats as we prepare the venue for the Boxing Guild’s annual internal event.” the announcer instructed as staff began clearing the area.
The audience gradually filed out, and the once-packed boxing arena began to empty, with on
