ALLISON’S POV After speaking with Queen Mother Leona just a few days ago, I felt more determined. I was going to defeat him. One way or another. I didn’t know how but I know I had a choice. My days had taken on a rhythm of training. Alex, Allen, and I grew closer with every passing session. When noon arrived, I would head out to the woods near our home to train on my own. The solitude allowed me to focus, to push myself harder than I ever thought possible. I practiced tirelessly. Every muscle in my body screamed in protest as I pushed past my limits. By now, I felt strong. Stronger than I had ever been. I was more confident than I had ever been. I was ready—or so I thought. That night, after a long day of training, I made my way to the room to sleep. Alex and Allen were in bed alr

