After accepting Raye's challenge...
Tap- tap- tap—
Christian began his ascent, climbing up the arena's steps at a measured pace.
"..."
All eyes were on him.
The air was thick with tension, the atmosphere heavy with anticipation.
"It's Christian..."
"I heard he was the weakest of the elite four."
The crowd's whispers followed his every step.
(Elite Four: Elias, Ignis, Ace, Christian)
"Still, he's one of the strongest four."
"Yeah, can Raye still win?"
"I don't know, why did he challenge him anyway...?"
The murmurs grew, uncertainty rippling through the audience.
The other contenders watched with narrowed eyes.
"Does that guy plan to take all the fun?"
Lycus asked, smiling while looking at Raye from the spectating area with the others.
"Haha, he's greedy, alright."
Devin laughed.
"..."
Lena just stayed silent, observing Raye and his opponent.
"..."
