Chapter 21

Alex's POV

"Listen to me Alex!" Caleb says firmly, his face hovering inches away from mine. I try to focus on his words but the ringing in my head won't stop. It's pounding through my ears, drowning out the noise around me, including Caleb's voice.

"I'm listening," I say gruffly, swallowing half the bottle of water. I pull my arm back and let the remaining part of the water pour over my face, cooling me down. The icy chill to it instantly wakes me up and I sit up straighter, wide eyed.

"You can't lose this fight Alex, there's fifty grand on you dude," Caleb mutters under his breath, holding me by the shoulders. I close my eyes and lean back against the wall, breathing deeply.

"I know Caleb."

"So you have to win."

"I know Caleb."

"Don't let him hit you again."

"I know Caleb."

"Are you listening to me Alex?" Caleb frowns, shaking me by the shoulders. I open my eyes, ignoring the pain flaring through my body.

"Yes Caleb."