Chapter 404

Chapter 404 The Prizes

The people of Cheshingire had no way to reclaim what belonged to their country. They could only watch as it remained out of their reach.

What would tonight reveal?

The audience in Cleussau murmured among themselves, their curiosity bubbling over.

"Wow, this is different from the usual! Two boxes? What treasures are hidden inside, ones we've lost to other countries?"

"I don't trust Gregoria. Something about these boxes doesn't sit right with me. They may look like prizes, but I'm sure there's something more to this."

"Melody is incredible. She took down the Gregoria contender without breaking a sweat. That was something."

"Doesn't anyone else think there's more to Melody's win? She's from Pharma821, after all. And look at the crowd-it's so quiet. There are probably some big names from Cleussau hiding out there." "We've never allowed outsiders to cause trouble on our turf."

"Shh! Looks like the higher-ups have gotten involved..."

"So, Melody's got backing from the government?"

"Well, that makes her a true daughter of our country."

On stage, Gary, though wounded, stood at the edge, watching Melody with a sense of pride.

joy and pride that she had achieved such

He would never forget.

time when he'd stood just as tall in the boxing ring, victorious, head held high, basking in

Melody was always there, quietly supporting him, cheering him on through every victory

hadn't

the tables had

standing in the spotlight, and Gary could no longer be

he would continue to

was still

between the

Tucker, these are the

reveal them both, but you'll have to choose

these prizes. But remember, Ms. Tucker, you also need to consider the interests of

all, no one can be too

"You can't take both."

brother may mean you'll have

the air, leaving the

intent behind his words. Drooby wasn't just making an offer;

force her

second prize was likely more valuable than the

calculated move to pressure her into

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