Month Of The Crown I

The morning sun broke through the clouds on May 1st, 132 A.E. The air was warm and fresh, carrying the scent of blooming flowers across the training grounds. A gentle breeze rustled the grass, perfect conditions for football.

May had always been special in Terra Regalia. The locals called it "The Crown Month" because it marked the end of the football season.

Cup finals were played, league titles were decided, and careers were made or broken. Every match mattered now. Every training session counted.

Maddox arrived early at the academy. The players were already stretching on the pitch, their breath visible in the cool morning air. He could see the determination in their faces.

Yesterday's scrimmage had changed something. They understood now that places in the starting eleven were up for grabs.