Tournament Day?

Tamim And Faria Talking Standing On A Road

"So, your dad hasn't appeared in almost a month," Tamim inquired.

"Yes, the last time we spoke was 25 days ago over the phone," Faria confirmed.

"That means we won't be able to gather information until you meet your dad?" Tamim sought clarification.

"Even if I do meet him, I can't obtain any information. It's because my dad doesn't know that I'm involved in this clandestine pursuit," Faria revealed.

"So, I won't be able to take down Dr. Shohan single-handedly," Tamim lamented.

"You have more pressing matters to focus on, like the tournament starting tomorrow. Our offline phase begins, and if you divert your attention from Dr. X, it could benefit all of us, including your team," Faria suggested.

"Don't offer me advice; we're not even friends," Tamim asserted.

"I'm aware, but I say it for my own good," Faria responded before walking away in a different direction.

In a room, Foisal sat facing Rajib, Nadim, and Nadia.

"I hope you understand your roles in this mission," Foisal began.

"So, our main task is to investigate, and if things get dicey, we should retreat," Nadia summarized.

"More or less," Foisal confirmed. "Until we gather information, you all have some free time."

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Exiting the room, they began walking.

"I'm excited to attend the e-sports tournament final tomorrow and see my crush," Nadia exclaimed.

"I'll join you," Rajib added, "The new girl from Nextera E-sports is stunning. I developed a crush on her during the online selections."

"I won't be joining you two. I don't find these games appealing. I don't see the point in e-sports," Nadim remarked.

"We don't need you; we can go without you," Nadia retorted.

"Nadim, please come with us. You might enjoy the e-sports tournament," Rajib urged.

"I'm not a kid like you both," Nadim replied.

"Heh, you're only 20; don't act like an old man," Nadia teased.

"Compared to you both at 17, you're the kids," Nadim retorted.

"The five finalist teams are:

1. Bloodstock - Esports sponsored by Torne phone ltd

2. Nextera - Esports sponsored by "Rin" electrolyte drink

3. Lovekiller - Esports sponsored by ALC computer

4. Destroyer - Esports sponsored by Goho app

5. Blust - Esports sponsored by Dodo bikes."

The commentator's voice echoed through the colossal e-sports stadium as the teams took their seats. The air was electric with the anticipation of the final match, drawing a massive crowd of enthusiastic spectators.

Tamim, the team captain, gathered his teammates, elaborating on the strategy for the upcoming match.

"Wow, she's stunning. Do you think Tamim and The new girl are lovers ?" Nadia's voice rose from the crowd, accompanied by Nadim and Rajib.

"Maybe, they do give off that vibe," Rajib speculated.

"Guys, We're here for the match, not personal speculations," Nadim chided.

As the match commenced, Nextera Esports exhibited exceptional gameplay, matched only by the formidable Bloodstock team.

"I'm rooting for Nextera; I can't wait to see Bloodstock defeated," Nadia exclaimed, her enthusiasm palpable.

"Hey, take a look at Fahim; he seems unwell," Rajib pointed out.

"Yeah, and the other team members from various esports teams appear sick too. It's visible to us as soul sorcerers," Nadia observed, concerned about the unexpected condition of the players.

"Hay, Fahim, are you feeling okay?" Tamim inquired with concern as Fahim's performance seemed off.

"I don't know, I feel dizzy," Fahim replied, his discomfort evident.

"Same here," added Riya, her voice fraught with unease.

"I'm feeling terrible," Rafi chimed in.

"Alright, I've noticed. But why are they playing like rookies?" Faria remarked, swiftly eliminating an opponent from the "Lovekiller" team, causing their squad to collapse.

"This doesn't seem right," Faria remarked, her brows furrowed in suspicion.

As Tamim scanned the arena, he noticed something amiss. Everyone from the opposing teams, except Bloodstock, appeared unwell.

Nadim, keenly observing the situation, sensed the presence of a potent soul user nearby.

"Guys, head to security and inform them this place isn't safe; a malevolent soul is within this vicinity," Nadim instructed Nadia and Rajib.

"I sense it too," Nadia acknowledged, hastening toward the security area.

Spotting a VIP member using soul powers to debilitate team members, Nadim swiftly approached the individual. He drew his sword and launched an attack, causing the VIP member to reveal his soul form, stunning the onlookers.

An urgent announcement resonated, "Attention, an evil soul sorcerer has been detected. Please vacate the premises."