My bruises didn't heal as quickly as I wished they would but thankfully, it didn't hurt as much anymore. I prayed that the adrenaline that I get every time I'm in the ring would be enough to numb the pain that came with any abrupt movements I make.

I was doing the semi-finals today. The roaring crowds threatened to burst my eardrums as I shuffled from foot to foot and shook my hands to shake the nerves away. I was so close to the finals and ending this once and for all. I was so close ...