The tournament begins, and Lila and Evan face many competitors from different schools and countries. They have to complete various challenges and tasks in the game, such as defeating bosses, collecting items, solving riddles, etc. They also have to deal with some sabotage and interference from rival players, who try to stop them from advancing. They manage to overcome the obstacles and make it to the final round.
Lila and Evan logged into Destiny Quest, feeling excited and nervous. They had been training and preparing for the tournament for a week, and they had also been expressing their love for each other more openly and frequently.
They had said "I love you" to each other several times, and they had also kissed and cuddled in the game. They had felt a physical and emotional intimacy that they had never felt before, and they had enjoyed every moment of it.
They had also made a promise to each other: that they would win the tournament and meet each other in person, no matter what.
They met in their usual spot: the virtual tavern where they had first met. They greeted each other with a hug and a kiss, then checked their messages.
They saw that they had received an invitation from the game developers, who were hosting the tournament. The invitation contained some instructions and information about the tournament.
They read the invitation and learned that the tournament was divided into three rounds: the preliminary round, the semifinal round, and the final round.
The preliminary round was a single-elimination round, where 64 teams would compete against each other in random matches. The matches would consist of different challenges and tasks in the game world, such as fighting enemies, collecting items, solving riddles, etc. The teams would be ranked based on their performance, speed, and creativity. The top 16 teams would advance to the semifinal round.
The semifinal round was a double-elimination round, where 16 teams would compete against each other in fixed matches. The matches would consist of more difficult and complex challenges and tasks in the game world, such as defeating bosses, finding secrets, cracking codes, etc. The teams would be scored based on their results, time, and innovation. The top 4 teams would advance to the final round.
The final round was a one-on-one duel between the top 4 teams. The duel would take place in a virtual arena, where the teams would have to face each other in a battle of skills and abilities. The duel would be broadcasted live to all the players in the game world, who could watch and comment on it. The winner of the duel would be crowned as the champion of the tournament.
The invitation also contained some rules and regulations for the tournament, such as:
• Each team must consist of two players who are registered for the tournament.
• Each team must use their own characters and equipment in the game.
• Each team must follow the instructions and guidelines given by the game developers for each match.
• Each team must respect their opponents and behave ethically in the game.
• Each team must not cheat or use any unfair means to win.
• Each team must not disclose their real identities or personal information to anyone.
• Each team must be ready to travel to another city for the final round if they qualify.
The invitation also contained some rewards and incentives for the tournament, such as:
• Each team that participates in the tournament will receive a participation badge and a gift box that contains some useful items in the game.
• Each team that advances to the semifinal round will receive a semifinalist badge and a bigger gift box that contains some rare items in the game.
• Each team that advances to the final round will receive a finalist badge and an even bigger gift box that contains some unique items in the game.
• The team that wins the tournament will receive a champion badge and an ultimate gift box that contains some legendary items in the game.
• The team that wins the tournament will also get a chance to meet the game developers in person, and get exclusive prizes such as VIP access to future updates, special features, customizations, etc.
Lila and Evan were amazed and impressed by the invitation. They were thrilled by the opportunity to participate in such an awesome event. They were also motivated by the rewards and incentives that awaited them.
They accepted the invitation and confirmed their participation in the tournament.
They also confirmed their partnership in the tournament.
They were ready to face their digital destiny.
They entered their first match of the preliminary round.
They faced a team from Brazil, who called themselves Firestorm. They were both fire mages who specialized in offensive spells.
They greeted each other politely, then started their match.
The match consisted of three tasks:
• The first task was to fight a group of fire elementals who were guarding a chest that contained a key.
• The second task was to use the key to open a door that led to a room that contained a puzzle.
• The third task was to solve the puzzle and find a code that would unlock a portal that would lead to the end of the match.
Lila and Evan worked together as a team, using their skills and abilities to complete the tasks.
They fought the fire elementals, using their magic and weapons to damage, stun, or heal. They also used their voice changer device to communicate with each other, giving instructions, warnings, or encouragement.
They opened the door, using the key that they had obtained from the chest. They entered the room, where they saw a large board that had some symbols and numbers on it. They realized that it was a sudoku puzzle, where they had to fill in the missing numbers without repeating them in any row, column, or square.
They solved the puzzle, using their logic and reasoning to find the correct numbers. They also used their voice changer device to share their thoughts and ideas with each other, giving suggestions, feedback, or praise.
They found the code, using the numbers that they had filled in the puzzle. They entered the code into a keypad that was next to a portal that was glowing with light. They heard a beep and saw a message that said: "Congratulations! You have completed the match."
They cheered and high-fived each other.
They had completed their first match of the tournament.
They had also completed their first task of their digital destiny.
They exited the portal, where they saw their opponents waiting for them. They congratulated them and thanked them for a good match. They also exchanged some compliments and tips with them.
They checked their ranking and saw that they had made it to the top 32 teams of the tournament.
They were one step closer to meeting the game developers.
They were also one step closer to meeting each other.