The Night Before

The Greenridge League finals were the talk of the region, reaching every corner.

Streets bustled with tournament chatter; shopkeepers discussed matchups with customers. Posters of the competing fighters covered walls, especially those of the favorites like Sia and Gabriel.

Excitement spilled into cafes, parks, and even family dinners. Everyone had an opinion, a favorite, and a hope for who would triumph.

The thrill extended beyond any single town, it was a regional celebration. Fans from every place eagerly counted down the days, and televisions across the region displayed clips of the tournament's location, adding to the hype.

The finals would take place in a spectacular arena perched along the edge of lush, green cliffs, a breathtaking view overlooking a vast ocean that sparkled in the sunlight.