The corridor became a whirlwind of motion and sound, the clash of their weapons reverberating off the stone walls. Avery fought with a fierce resolve, her movements fluid and controlled as she pushed Cassie further and further towards the edge.

"You were jealous," Avery said, her voice low but filled with conviction. "You never could stand to see anyone else succeed."

Cassie snarled, her face contorted with rage as she lunged forward once more. She swung her weapon with all her ...