Chapter 98
“What do you mean I can’t play?!”
Ashley’s voice rose uncontrollably at the sudden announcement. The coach sighed heavily, wearing a grim expression, then continued.
“The regulations changed a few weeks ago. Any awakened Alpha or Omega—junior or pro—is no longer allowed to compete.”
“Why, all of a sudden?”
Ashley barely managed to speak as a certain someone’s face flashed through his mind. The coach let out another deep sigh and tried to offer some consolation.
“In any case, that’s how it is now. I’m really sorry. I hate to lose you from the lineup, but...”
Ashley stayed silent for a moment before forcing himself to speak.
“So... when does it take effect?”
The coach hesitated before answering.
“Next year.”
Thanksgiving was just around the corner. That meant there would be no games until the new year. After that, the season finals would begin—and now, at this point, he was being pulled from the roster.
“...Haa.”