Chapter "Heartbeats Of Determination"

As Henry and his teammates geared up to step onto the field, their gazes fell upon Hamlyn, who sat in silence, his expression devoid of emotion.

Henry, Hamond, and Fredy wore somber expressions. The coach's directive followed swiftly: "Henry, it's time to move.” Henry stormed out of the locker room with a heavy heart, his expression twisted in anger.

Fredy and Hamond followed suit, leaving Hamlyn alone in the room.

As Henry and his team stepped onto the field, their schoolmates erupted into cheers.

In their huddle, Ruby observed Hamlyn's absence. "Hamlyn isn't here," she remarked.

Rurina responded, "He got a red card for injuring a player, so he's banned from playing this game."

Ruby clarified, "I'm not talking about playing; I mean watching the game. Look, he isn't even around.”

Rurina nodded in agreement, acknowledging, "Yeah, you're right."