The next day, the New York sky remained overcast, the sun wrapped in clouds, only occasionally peeking out to reveal a faint light.
When the sunlight did sprinkle down, the skyscrapers in the center of Manhattan brightened first, while the surrounding streets were still dim, creating an illusion almost like a mirage, only this mirage was inhabited not by immortals but by the wealthy.
"Link, your boxing license has been approved."
Upon arriving at the training arena, Simon handed over a card similar to a driver's license, which was his professional boxing license, issued and reviewed by the various state sports commissions and boxing associations. Only boxers with a license were professional boxers, eligible to compete in matches organized by the professional boxing league.