Chapter 20

• The week for the challenge had finally reached. The first activity was a race. We were given a starting point in the forest and clues to find our way to the finish line. I was currently standing in the forest with Gardenia who had a smug look on her face.
• I wondered why the fight was prolonged. They were just extending my humiliation. Jairus explained to me that the sword fighting was the most important part. The other games were just to keep the people entertained and have a build up until the final day. The castle was bubbling with guests. Different sub-alphas were accommodated in the castle. Wolves from other territories were also present but they were staying in inns and hotels. Everybody wanted to watch the challenge.
• A gun shot interrupted my thoughts. Gardenia took off immediately. I followed behind her and cursed under my breath. I ran with all my might until I saw a white sign on the tree. It pointed to the left. I turned to the left and saw another one. It pointed straight. I continued running looking out for another sign but I couldn't see another. I ran for a while until I stopped in exhaustion. There were no further signs and I seemed to be going deeper into the forest.