"Next match! Lower Bracket — Han Jiwon versus Kang Jisoo!"

The noise exploded. Two of Eclipse’s strongest swordsmen going head-to-head — everyone knew this was going to be a highlight.

Jiwoo sank back into his seat, finally catching his breath. Rina leaned forward over the railing, eyes sharp. Minjae popped another snack in his mouth, already grinning.

“Welp,” Minjae said, “time to watch royalty fight again.”

“Royalty?” Rina raised a brow.

“Yeah,” Minjae ...