The prize pool only had an impact at the start of the second half. However, now that the second half had concluded, only a few people mentioned it. No one actually paid much attention to it. Those who did only said that Penny's company would be saved.
Everyone's focus was on the game, as if the betting didn't matter at the moment. Many in the audience were still cheering to motivate both teams, while others were simply curious to see if a miracle would happen.
Meanwhile, on Team Hugo's bench...
"Great work, boys!" Charles clapped as his team replenished and rehydrated their energy. "We're starting strong. Keep it up."
Charles glanced at the scoreboard, pleased that they had halved the gap. Considering they had only used the remaining time in the second half before they played offense, it was still a good result.
