When They Beg, I Rise!

He blurted out, "Let's set her aside for now; we need to talk about the game."

Lemira spoke up, "If we want to win this, everyone needs to follow my lead from here on out."

Alaric was the first to challenge her, "And why should we?"

Lemira's eyes were serious, "Because I know how to win." She was unusually calm as she laid out her thoughts and plans.

Having watched the game earlier, she had a pretty good grasp of the SkyBlaze team members. They had trained together before, so Lemira knew what she was talking about.

"Anyone can talk big. Don't think you're unbeatable just because you're a little talented. You haven't even been training lately. How can you guarantee a win?"

Lemira's lips tightened, "If you won't follow my lead, then I'm out of the competition."

Alaric scoffed, "Fine, leave. Do you think you're that important?"

else has any better ideas, let's

couldn't argue. They were

competition was about

was her seat

turned determined. This time, she wasn't fighting to please

change in the SkyBlaze lineup sparked a bit

window on the second floor, watching the girl who

despite being treated unfairly by her family, they're still more important to her." "You're wrong.

knew the reason she joined the competition. It definitely wasn't to please Alaric. Her brilliance

seems a bit unfamiliar; it's uncertain how well she'll perform. SkyBlaze is not in an enviable position right now; how will they break through?" Lemira

place, waiting for the enemy to encircle them. But

her breath, "What are

I can break through on my own!" Alaric ran out, trying to prove himself, but ended up getting

wasn't surprised. She commanded directly, "Support, cover me. Everyone else, stick