Chapter 22

People cheered enthusiastically as the fighters entered the arena. However, on the other side, I remained silent, observing them from the topmost podium. I was watching this battle not to support anyone, but for another far more compelling reason.

I calmly observed what was happening in the arena, but for some reason, I noticed no one was supporting Claudia. Honestly, it made me curious why she wasn’t supported at all. Some spectators seemed to have forgotten or didn’t even know about Princess Claudia.

Next to me, Neville clenched his right hand tightly. He looked like he wanted to say something but couldn't.

“You seem to be controlling yourself quite well, Neville,” I said softly, without looking at him.

Neville remained silent, then exhaled deeply and said, “I really want to curse this battle and everyone who’s excited to see it, but I can’t do that.”