Aaron and the team slipped on their headsets, and within moments, their morale soared to its zenith.

Vivienne nodded in approval. This was what a true E-sports team looked like, not a group lost in blame and self-doubt.

Meanwhile, at the Ellington residence.

"Bro, you're my flesh and blood. We share half the same genes; that makes us practically brothers from another mother! Come on, bro, this tournament means the world to me. Please help me out!

After this, I'll do anything you ask, my awesome big brother!"

Percival's night was haunted by endless pleas of "bro," as if the whole world was seen through a 'great big brother' filter. Growing weary of the incessant nagging, Richard finally said, "You're not busy. Just go take a look and give me a break."

Yet Percival remained immovable, feigning deafness.

After wrapping up some business affairs, he glanced at his phone.

Why had Vivienne not replied yet at this late hour?

His long fingers danced over the screen as he typed a message with his usual aloofness, [Vivienne, I miss you.]

"Bro, just look at me, please!"

Kenneth's wails finally drew Percival's attention, and there he was, Kenneth, rolling on the floor in a full-blown tantrum. Percival was speechless.

Had he mastered the art of cajoling to perfection?

What happened to the distant young man of usual days?

Had he been possessed?

"Get up," Percival commanded with a furrowed brow.

Like a bullet, Kenneth was at Percival's side the next moment, clinging to his leg. "I won't get up unless you agree!"

smile played on Percival's

masseuse, kneading Percival's legs with servile devotion. "No, no, just talking nonsense.

Wolf. Take your

popped up

Centurial E-sport Hotel?

with his foot, "Where did you say your tournament

owned by our family. You mean you'll come, bro?"

Percival's lips, a flicker of interest in his eyes. "Yes, suddenly

for E-sports proceeded as

to decide their

opponent for the first match-RED, a renowned team from

even a rookie should not be underestimated. We're representing our country; we can't

locker room, Bennett stood before the ready team, delivering

the side, Vivienne was busy replying to

with

end,

dead meat!" He thought to

chill swept through the locker room, prompting Aaron to zip up

the pep talk, it was Coach Vivienne's

clear eyes sweeping the room. "Play

"Yes!"

Despite only two days of intensive training, they had made remarkable progress. Not even Runic Country's RED or their arch-rival Snake could intimidate them now. Directly across from Hawk's locker room was Snake Club's

side, his eyes resembling Percival's, scoffed with disdain. "A

he was determined to get FMNP and overtake that detestable

and said, "Who cares

secret weapon, Kenneth managed a smile. "Of course, with my brother's support, not even Aaron or the mysterious coach who led Hawk to seven straight victories could pose a threat." Another teammate, Wesley, cracked open a Coke and took a swig. "Heard Hawk got themselves a coach too, been holed up in some kind of 'Devil Training' the past few days, not even coming out for meals." "Last-minute cramming won't help them. It all comes

a glare. "Complacency leads to defeat. Stand up, all of

and the

Hawk's match against RED closely. Don't miss a thing, especially Aaron. Got

"Got it, captain."

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