Chapter 27: The Second Day
"Enter."
Ace’s fight with the Silvervest Bear stunned almost everyone.
Chaewon’s cheeks warmed as she gripped her katana. She had trained since childhood, so his display struck her hard. She had always been bold, but now she wanted to grow stronger, bold enough to chase him across Gravehaven Isle and keep her rank high.
He was the strongest ranker in this Gate, and she trusted him completely.
There’s still something off about you, Ace... I need to ask you about it soon.
Alex’s grin spread into a wild, almost maniacal smile, just like Chaewon’s father’s grin. He had spoken with his fists for as long as he could remember, so the battle thrilled him.
His role was clear: stand as the immovable Rook in Ace’s Sixteen and tank every hit. Letting Don Capo dance against even deadlier monsters became Alex’s goal.
Don Capo’s the best!
Most of the gang felt the same, except for the two men who’d been closest to the friend killed in the cave. As they stepped into the Bank Grotto, they saw their friend’s body, a pool of blood, half his neck gone. Tears filled their eyes.
Their cries reached Chaewon. "I’m sorry," she whispered.