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Chapter 95: The Quarterfinal Draw

Author: David George
last update publish date: 2026-08-01 06:17:39

Emilia's POV

Our victory over Westbrook Academy spread through the National Sports Complex more quickly than I had anticipated.

By evening, highlights from our match were being replayed continuously across the venue’s large display screens.

Wherever we went, people seemed to recognize us.

"They're the regional champions."

"That's Emilia Hale."

"And that's Wesley Blackwood."

"They're even better in person."

I offered an awkward smile.

"I don't think I'll ever get used to this."

Wesley laughed.

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