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Chapter 46:  The Weight of Leadership
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All eyes were fixed on the small wooden stick in Darian’s hand—a symbol of leadership, authority, and power. The battle for command had begun.

A heavy silence blanketed the arena. Twenty-five pairs of eyes locked onto the stick, each candidate sizing up their chances. Most dismissed Darian as a threat in this group fight, despite his reputation in one-on-one combat. They underestimated him—and they were wrong.

Lyra, a muscular woman with arms like steel cables, leaned toward Jax, a tall man whose sharp gaze betrayed his confidence. “We attack together,” she whispered. “He can’t possibly fend off all of us at once.”

Jax nodded in agreement. Together, they formed an imposing duo—two of the strongest candidates after Arvid. Their combined strength made them feel invincible.

On the other side of the arena, a smaller, more agile group—including Briana and Rina—huddled quietly. They knew brute force wasn’t their advantage. Instead, they devised a strategy built on speed and cunning. Rat
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