224. ELIMINATION

Hope, the underlying belief that any particular situation could work out if given the right requirements. Man's greatest strength and biggest weakness.

''This isn't good," Ariana's voice sounded within Noah's head, as their gazes locked.

Of course, she remained happy about that turn of events but also understood that it was time to take decisions. Difficult ones.

"I guess you'll go for the reward," Ariana said. Immediately sighing when she saw Noah's nod.

"And I guess you won't," Noah spoke without removing his gaze from the transparent barrier getting closer to them each second. He had decided on that action due to the extra time left.

'No point not trying. We have time to spare,' Noah thought.

"I'd love to, but it's not worth the trouble. With people like you going, I almost have no chance. The good thing is that I managed to pass this phase of today's stage," she explained shrugging inwardly.