Just as the opposing goalkeeper scooped the ball into her arms, the atmosphere in the Green Peak Stadium shifted violently.
The double doors swung open with a crash, and a dozen men with thunderous expressions stormed onto the pitch. They marched with the swagger of those who owned the streets, cutting straight through the midfield.
"Everybody out! Scram!" one of the thugs bellowed, his voice echoing off the metal roof. "This field has been booked by Iron Bull!"
The game ground to a halt. The female players looked around, confused and annoyed.
"Who are you people?" one of the players retorted, stepping forward. "We paid the rental fee for this time slot. What gives you the right to kick us out?"
The thug sneered, walking up to her until he was invading her personal space. He reached i
