63~ INTO THE FRAY
Despite the facade of confidence I tried to project, I still couldn't shake the worry inside as I released the arrows. I couldn't even keep my eyes open to witness where those wooden weapons landed. The only solace within me was the image of those pairs of red eyes that I longed for their owner. I wished I hadn't disappointed him. The crowd gasped, making me fear to open my eyes and see my failure. Debating whether to open my eyes now or wait a little longer, I heard Thomas and Isleen's voices, breaking the silent tension. "Woo hoo! Well done, Lae! I knew you could do it!" said Thomas, his voice filled with genuine excitement. "Yeah, you're amazing, Lae!" exclaimed Isleen. Did I really? my inner voice questioned. I slowly opened my eyes to find all of my arrows landed in a ver
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