Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

Angela had already humbled herself significantly. Despite Joel's consistent indifference, he found it increasingly difficult to dismiss her completely. After all, those who came here were far from ordinary.

In the end, he agreed. He would just treat it as a game to see if she was anything like Bill.

Angela and Joel soon found themselves on the ring. Angela felt honored and bowed to Joel. Despite secretly looking down on her, Joel maintained a gentlemanly demeanor and smiled.

After that, it was time for a heated exchange.

Joel sarcastically said, "I'll draw the line somewhere and do my best not to hurt you."

Angela smiled with determination, replying, "I'll give it my all until I defeat you."

Joel frowned, wondering what this arrogant woman was planning.

The battle began quickly. Joel was obviously different from the other contestants Angela went up against. He toyed with her, effortlessly neutralizing her attacks and waiting for her next move, like a cat playing with a mouse.

of sighs and laughter at Angela for daring to compete against someone so powerful. However, she remained undeterred and gave her best in

to discover her rhythm. Soon enough, she managed to hold

the audience gradually faded. No one could despise someone determined and

Angela appeared fatigued, having lost the fierce speed she had initially displayed.

overwhelming her with pain. It felt as if her entire

crowd, Dexter's eyes revealed how

she able to stand up?" Fiona whispered, her voice

were both

in making things harder for yourself."

get back on her

Although the blow lacked significant force, it was enough to leave her breathless

everyone mocked her for overestimating her abilities. Yet, gradually, their laughter and disdain turned into admiration for he persistence. What

overwhelming pain.

give up," Joel advised again. He whispered so softly that