Morning Prep – MM Vibes Kaiza woke up to the sound of notifications from his phone. Groggily, he grabbed it, already knowing what awaited him—the group chat of Midnight Marauders (MM).
Pulse: That clutch last night, Ran! How'd you even pull that off?
Ran: Skill, my dude. Pure skill. Allison: More like luck. Don't get cocky!
Kaiza: Looks like I missed all the action again. Next time, I'll carry and show you all how it's done.
Allison: Oh, Kaiza's awake. Big words for someone who can barely keep up.
Yuki: Didn't he die first last time?
Rin: Nah, second-to-last. Improvement, though!
Kaiza smirked, typing quickly.
Kaiza: Keep talking. Next match, I'm taking top kills, and you'll all have to bow down.
Ran: If you're even awake for it.
The banter flowed naturally, filled with playful insults and friendship. But beneath their teasing was an undeniable bond. Midnight Marauders wasn't just any gaming group—they were a force to be reckoned with, known locally for their exceptional teamwork and dominance in Dominion. Just being a part of MM gave Kaiza a sense of pride.
Kaiza: This rookie will surprise you. Watch out next game.
Allison: We'll see about that.
Shutting off his phone, Kaiza felt a rush of motivation. Today wasn't going to be boring.
At School – Weekend Stories Kaiza met up with Udo and Bry near their usual spot before class started. As always, they launched straight into Dominion talk.
Bry: Bro, this weekend was brutal. Barely hit Platinum. The matchmaking is hell.
Udo: At least you're there. I'm still stuck with feeders in Gold.
Kaiza: You should've played with me. I was grinding with MM.
Both Udo and Bry froze, their eyes wide.
Bry: Wait… what? Udo: You mean the Midnight Marauders? The MM that everyone talks about?
Kaiza grinned, enjoying their reaction.
Kaiza: Yeah. Played a few matches with them over the weekend. Learned a lot.
Bry: No way. That's insane. Those guys are legends!
Udo: How'd you even get in with them? MM isn't just good—they're like, next-level. Everyone knows they're the best!
Narrator: Midnight Marauders was more than just a skilled group of players. They were a symbol of dominance in the local gaming scene, their name carrying an almost mythical weight. To play alongside them was to stand with giants.
Kaiza: Let's just say they recognize skill.
Udo: And here I thought you were just playing casually.
Bry: Dude, this changes everything.
Their awe was evident, and Kaiza couldn't help but feel a bit smug.
Recess – Rivalry Rekindled The cafeteria buzzed with life, students filling the room with chatter and the clatter of trays. Kaiza, Udo, and Bry were halfway through their snacks when a familiar figure approached.
Jesse: Well, well. If it isn't Class B's so-called champions.
Kaiza looked up to see Jesse, flanked by his usual group, their expressions a mix of smugness and challenge.
Udo: Oh, hey, Jesse. Didn't think you'd show your face after that epic loss.
Bry: He probably rewatched the replay a hundred times.
Jesse glared, his confidence faltering for a second before he smirked.
Jesse: Laugh while you can. I'm here for a rematch. This time, we're raising the stakes.
Kaiza: Stakes?
Jesse: Not just your usual team. We're bringing in my older brother's friends. They're good—way better than you've ever faced.
Kaiza leaned back, unfazed.
Kaiza: Fine. But we're not playing now. With exams and school activities coming up, next month works better.
Jesse hesitated, clearly wanting to push for sooner, but eventually nodded.
Jesse: Fine. Next month, we settle this. No excuses.
The room buzzed with energy. with tension as whispers spread. Class B's legendary victory over Class A had become a schoolwide story, and now a sequel was in the making.
Daji At a table near the windows, Daji, the Student Council Vice President, looked up from her notebook. Her presence radiated authority and elegance, her perfectly styled hair catching the afternoon light. She had sharp, intelligent eyes and a calm demeanor that made her seem untouchable.
Her beauty didn't go unnoticed, as murmurs began to spread among the nearby students.
Student 1: Look, it's Daji.
Student 2: She's so graceful.
I heard she's not just smart but insanely good at managing events.
Hearing the growing commotion, Daji turned to her friend.
Daji: What's going on?
Her friend leaned closer, whispering quickly.
Friend: It's Class B and Class A again. Jesse challenged Kaiza to another Dominion match, but this time the stakes are higher.
Daji's gaze flicked briefly to Kaiza, who was standing confidently amidst the crowd. She studied him for a moment before returning to her notebook.
Daji: I see.
The Challenge That evening, Kaiza opened the MM group chat.
Kaiza: Big news. Jesse's crew is challenging us next month. High stakes, with his older brother's friends involved. You guys up for it?
Kaiza felt a thrill run through him. The stakes had never been higher, but with MM at his side, he wasn't worried.