Meeting With Aurora

{I've fulfilled my end of the deal,} Ryan said.

{So, what's the best strategy for tackling this 'king of the mud'?}

Yoko laughed. {There is no strategy; that's why it's fun. Simply try and knock each other off and stay alive.}

Yoko paused. {However, I would recommend teaming up with a few more people, usually, in king of the mud, only one person would be the winner, but since three people can win in this, you might be able to get people to trust you.}

{Thanks, Yoko,} Ryan said, shaking his head.

"Alright, everyone. Your time has come. The helicopter is hovering a few feet off the ground, so go jump out, and may the best man win!" Gwen shouted.

Ryan was the first one with his headphones off as he bolted for the helicopter door.

Jumping out, Ryan landed near the base of the mud-soaked hill with a thud and started his climb toward the top.

"Angel!" a voice behind him called. Ryan turned to see James, the blonde-haired model he had met inside the hot springs.