CADEN
The conversation with Ella had been long overdue. And judging by the way her face had instantly scrunched up, I could tell she really didn’t want to talk to me.
“Please.”
Something stirred in her expression. “Fine.”
My face perked up a little but she immediately held out a hand. “But before then, you’ll need to beat me in a match.”
The other club members all seemed awed, making sounds of excitement. I couldn’t back down, not when all eyes were now expectantly on us.
“Alright then.” I smiled. “A match it is.”
She didn’t return the smile immediately, simply heading to the ring. I quickly put on the rest of my gear and followed her footsteps.
She took her spot at one side of the ring while I took mine at the opposite. I took in a deep breath, willing every bit of my focus.
Ella
