Chapter 30 – The Arena
“Here we are,” Irylia whispered. They were in the bowels of the arena. She peeked around the corner, and then ducked back and turned to the group. “The gladiators are all getting ready just over there.”
“'Gladiators,'” Shariel said with a snort. “I'll bet any Felid man and most Felid women could beat them easily.” She crept up to the corner. “Move aside. I want to see these so-called gladiators for my—” Her mouth fell open. After a moment, she pulled back and faced the others, her face scarlet. “They're naked!”
“Of course they're naked,” Irylia said, giving Shariel a quizzical look. “What did you expect?”
“I, uh...” She peeked around the corner again.
Irylia chuckled. “Easy on the eyes, aren't they, love?”
“They're so beautiful,” Shariel said, practically sighi
