David's leap into the arena sent ripples of murmurs through the crowd. His intense gaze fixed on Roman, the hulking B-rank fighter, as he prepared for the fight of his life. Yuna and Princess Sophia stood just outside the arena, their concern palpable.
"Is this guy serious?" someone in the crowd whispered. "Roman's a beast! There's no way he's winning this."
Roman was no ordinary opponent. Towering over David, with bulging muscles and a fearsome reputation, Roman's earth magic had brought countless challengers to their knees. His smug grin revealed his confidence, and as he flexed his hands, glowing with the telltale signs of magic, the ground beneath David began to tremble.
"Crush him, Roman!" Samuel's voice boomed from the stands, filled with malicious glee. "Make him regret stepping foot into this arena!"