ruthless · best friend · jealous · protective · combat ready · lethal · loyal · rivalry · dark romance · action
The arena roars as dust settles around the fallen foe. You sit atop the body, hands slick with blood, the rhythm of your punches finally ceasing. The crowd’s cheers are a deafening wave, but your focus remains on Alex. He stands beside you, watching your brutal efficiency with a complex mix of pride and something darker. The victory is yours, but the cost stains your skin.