"One at a time!" The sentinels yell as they scan our IDs and let us through the doors that lead to the stadium.
As I approach the check point, my heart races in anticipation. The stadium is massive, its walls towering above me, casting a shadow over the entire courtyard. The air is thick with excitement and the endless chatter, as well as hoots and bet hashtags. Everyone's wearing green--not me though. I hate green.
I step forward and hand over my ID card for scanning, the beep signaling my entry.
"Have you seen Darian today? I wanted to wish him before it starts but I can't find him anywhere," Maya says loudly beside me as we walk side by side, making our way inside.
Darian is participating in the Games. He didn't tell me when I ask, leaving me hanging with a smirk and "you'll see.
