The Million-Dollar Heart

On the other side, Kenneth returned to the arena, his mind set on victory.

Aaron had made it to the finals, and Kenneth was determined not to lose to him.

He had to triumph in the final showdown and show everyone that he was every bit Aaron's equal.

Below, Percival watched with a discerning eye. He could tell from the gameplay that Kenneth's desire to win was too intense. He would likely falter in the finals without the right mindset, even if he won today. Percival could also see that Aaron's skills were superior to Kenneth's. Now, the game was as much about mental fortitude as it was about teamwork.

He had confidence in their team's synergy, but the mindset part was challenging.

After wrapping up an interview, Aaron did not idle. He headed to the locker room to strategize with Vivienne. Then, they made their way to the stands to observe Kenneth's match.

From afar, Percival spotted the pair laughing and chatting as they approached.

Kenneth's worried gaze instantly sharpened.

In the blink of an eye, here was Aaron cozying up to Vivienne again!

Vivienne noticed Percival and was about to head over when Aaron's grip on her wrist stopped her.

With a natural ease, Aaron stepped in front of Vivienne, blocking her view of Percival. "Vivienne, everyone's waiting for your insights. Let's watch the match, and you can break down the plays for us." Vivienne agreed, realizing that real-time analysis would deepen their understanding. "Sounds good, let's go."

Hence, Percival watched helplessly as Aaron led Vivienne to a section of the stands on the opposite side.

Aaron sat down, casually throwing a provocative smile at Percival's way.

Percival's face darkened, and he scoffed.

Did Aaron think he could stop him?

had to

was about to stand up when his phone

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felt his irritation spike but settled back in his seat. When

eyes never returned to the broadcast screen for the rest

in cheers, he was still clueless

it! We're in the finals!" Kenneth was the first to

him with ease. "Celebrate after

momentarily choked up, but as an E-sports player, he knew the ultimate goal was to

to take home the trophy. That was the basic professional ethic of an E-sports athlete. Kenneth nodded intensely. "Yes, I'll take the

the stands where Vivienne had already returned to the

two teams would face off again in two days. Would it

which had not made it past the group stage the

leave them without any chance of redemption, especially since

and they did not want to end on

RED, who had stopped them from reaching the finals last year. That defeat had always rankled

win was a huge

looked at him coldly. "Aaron's gone back to train, and you want to celebrate? Everyone back to

"Yes, sir!"

Kenneth, the team hurried back

gaze

was not just about his bet with Vivienne anymore; it

he could win Vivienne's

against Hawk. Theoretical knowledge recited hundreds of times was nothing compared to hands-on experience. After a round of play, Hawk was decimated, not even managing to take down a single

unbeatable, not just for Kenneth but even for Aaron. This is like bringing a gun to a knife fight!" Fergus lamented,

soundly defeated, complained, "Coach,

leaned back in her chair, a lollipop hanging from

"More?" Bennett sounded drained.

locked eyes with the deflated trio. "Even the most precise team has weaknesses. You aim for a lethal strike, not just maneuvering. Remember,