heavily on his mind. He had witnessed the thrill and glory that accompanied each battle, and he year

ced a comforting hand on his shoulder. "Hey, Kai, I understand your eagerness, but you shouldn't put all your buck

uncertainty. "But how? I don't have enough bucks to meet the entr

my friend, there are alternative paths to the arena. You

nse of guidance. "You see, there are inmates in this prison who act as intermediaries, connecting fighters with sponsors w

elieved in his abilities seemed like a viable option. "But how do I find these interm

network comes into play. We have connections, people who can guide us to the right indi

arp eyes scanned the group, his voice carrying a commanding presence. "Listen up, my brothers. This is your chance to participa

d to Panama's leadership, recognizing his strategic prowess and unwavering determination. The prospect of

and building our reputation. This fight is an opportunity to prove ourselves, to demonstrate

coming arena battle. The fight represented more than just physical combat; it was a cha

le. "This is your moment, my brother," he said, his voice filled with conviction. "You will represent us in

, the responsibility to uphold their reputation and honour. With Panama's guidance and the unwavering support of

pread throughout the prison. Inmates exchanged glances, a mix of awe, admiration, and perh

d the potential for alliances to be tested. The prison atmosphere buzzed with anticipa

the arena," Kai chuckled, a mocking tone lacing his words. "Y

voice firm. "I may be a newbie, but I won't back down from a challenge. I'll

hed the confrontation unfold. "Oh, how amusing! The newbie thinks he can make a na

courage him. He understood that proving himself in the arena would require more than jus

"We'll see who has the last laugh, Kai. Don'

n the arena and show him and the rest of the inmates that he was not to be taken lightly. As they parted

mination that swirled within him. He knew that to succeed in the arena, he would need more than just raw s

knowing smile, Anthena sought his advice. "Liam, what do you th

about brute force. It's about understanding your opponents, their weaknesses, and exploiting them to your ad

g battles. He knew he had to train his body, sharpen his skills, but also sharpen his mind. He wou