LILA'S POV
The massive arena was finally emptying out.
The deafening roars had faded into a low, ambient murmur as the last few stragglers filtered through the exits.
Fans were leaving, clutching their merchandise and chatting excitedly about the spectacular win.
Down in the corridors, players were still shouting and celebrating, their muffled voices echoing through the concrete walls.
The manic excitement from the match still buzzed vibrantly through the entire building.
Yet somehow, despite the chaos of people moving all around me...
I found myself searching the crowded hallways for only one specific person.
Ryker.
After a few agonizing minutes of scanning the area, I finally spotted his familiar form near the restricted players' exit.
He was leaning against the concrete wall,
