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

up when his

come over. We're discussing tactics. Remember

back in his seat. When his Vivienne made

his eyes never returned to the broadcast screen for the rest

cheers, he was still clueless about who

We're in the finals!" Kenneth was the first to burst from the stage, excitedly lunging

up a hand, stopping him with ease. "Celebrate

up, but as an E-sports player, he

to take home the trophy. That was the basic professional ethic

at the stands where Vivienne had already

had won, the two teams would face off again in two days.

had not made

loss this year would leave them without any chance of redemption, especially since this match was

in their professional careers, and they

from reaching the finals last year. That defeat had always rankled him. Even a later victory in a friendly match had not felt satisfying. Today's win was a breath

a huge

to train, and you want to celebrate? Everyone back to the training

"Yes, sir!"

Kenneth, the team

his gaze fixed on

his bet with

that kid think he could

a team to practice 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

just for Kenneth but even for

who had also been soundly defeated, complained, "Coach, this

in her chair, a lollipop hanging from her

"More?" Bennett sounded drained.

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