Villain Ch 1308. I'll Pick Him
Allen headed back to the stage. The intensity of the duel still lingered in his muscles, but the adrenaline had shifted to a simmering energy. His eyes swept over the crowd. Some guests were still clapping, others whispering animatedly to one another. But a certain group caught his attention.
Elio and Alexander were huddled together near the front. They looked like a bunch of kids on Christmas morning, though Alexander was doing a better job of hiding it. Barely. His fingers tapped against his chair, his subtle grin betraying his excitement.
Azura, sitting beside Elio, leaned in with a sly smile. "I bet you want to try it."
Elio didn't even hesitate. "Of course. Did you see that? That's something different. And think about it—this is practically a sneak peek for the tournament later."
Azura raised an eyebrow. "You're joining?"