The post-match atmosphere buzzed with excitement as Noah made his way through the corridor leading from the arena floor. His muscles ached pleasantly from exertion, the residual energy of chi still tingling beneath his skin. He welcomed the feeling—physical proof of what he'd just accomplished.
"NOAH ECLIPSE, LADIES AND GENTLEMEN!"
The booming voice nearly made Noah jump out of his skin. He turned to find Kelvin barreling toward him, arms spread wide and face split into a grin that threatened to crack his face in half. Before Noah could defend himself, Kelvin had him wrapped in a bear hug that lifted him clean off the ground.
"Put me down, you lunatic," Noah protested, though he couldn't help but laugh.