The card weighed heavily in Adrian's pocket as he headed towards ‘the shack’.
The shack’s what patrons mostly called Rivera Gaming Center.
It was owned by a man named Oliver Rivera, who was rumoured to be an esports gamer overseas.
As Adrian approached the centre, the tension of the past and even the latest excitement from his change of luck all faded beneath the familiar buzz.
The buzz of returning to a place where he can always be himself.
The gaming centre had two floors with a glass front that reflected the city lights. The air was filled with the hum of PCs and the faint smell of energy drinks.
Rows of gaming stations lined the walls. Each station had bright LED lights, dual monitors, and comfortable chairs.
There were private pods at the back for players who needed focus. Gian
