UNDENIABLY DESTINED

CHAPTER 22

"Here comes Alpha Damien of the Pack," a deafening voice bellowed through the arena, introducing Aadaya's mate with a thunderous resonance. The voice was a mere formality for those spectators who had yet to lay eyes on the celebrated Alpha, as the sheer intensity of his popularity was evident in the electrifying response of the crowd. The arena roared to life, the air thick with hoots, whistles, and raucous cheers as Damien made his triumphant entrance.

With each step Damien took into the caged-type arena, Aadaya watched in awe as his friends strategically positioned themselves at the entrance, orchestrating the loudest cacophony as his name echoed throughout the arena. Damien's eyes blazed with unyielding determination, his fists clenched with unwavering resolve. Even from a distance, the shimmer of unwavering confidence in his eyes was unmistakable, a testament to the unwavering bond he shared with Aadaya, which grew stronger with each passing day.

Confidence exuded from Damien like an aura, a palpable force that commanded attention. His relentless strength and the meticulous practice he had put into honing his skills were well-known to Aadaya, a result of her extensive observations of him. Despite his imposing size, he moved with astonishing agility, a crucial advantage that complemented his muscular and powerful physique. These traits were the hallmarks of the Ikanir wolf lineage, revered for producing natural-born warriors. In her defence, Damien had trained tirelessly with their team, harnessing his innate talents.

As Damien stood unwavering in the centre of the arena, his opponent was announced—an Alpha from a different pack. Aadaya paid little heed to the opponent's name; her attention was riveted by his formidable presence. This Alpha stood tall at a staggering 6 feet, his fiery red hair and piercing green eyes adding to his imposing allure. His hands were colossal, dwarfing Aadaya's face, a testament to the inherent strength of an Alpha, a characteristic often shared among their kind.

The entrance of this imposing opponent into the arena brought an abrupt hush to the crowd. All eyes were fixed on him, their gazes drawn to the sheer magnitude of his physicality. Amid this eerie silence, a particular group of warriors broke the tension, roaring in support of their Alpha. Their voices reverberated through the otherwise mute arena. Doubts began to creep into the minds of some spectators as they questioned the abilities of their chosen fighter, all based solely on his appearance.

Aadaya couldn't help but feel exasperated by the fickleness of the crowd. Just then, her friends seated beside her erupted into a frenzy of cheers, chanting, "Damiennnnn.....goooooooo," displaying unwavering support for her beloved mate.

Growing increasingly frustrated with their raucous behaviour, Aadaya took a deep, steadying breath in an attempt to regain her composure. Her friends, Saddie and Chris, tugged at her sleeves, their wild gesticulations and attempts at motivating Damien comically over the top. Their voices sliced through the arena like a sharp blade, capturing the attention of everyone, including the formidable opponent, whose gaze momentarily flickered toward the amusing spectacle.

Blushing deeply with embarrassment, Aadaya shot an annoyed look at her friends before forcefully snatching her hands away from them. She crossed her arms, sank further into her seat, and sulked like a petulant child, pulling her hoodie cap low over her head to shield herself from view. Saddie and Chris continued their flamboyant antics, dancing with pom-poms and enthusiastically chanting "eerie ahi hoo," in a Shinchan-inspired style

Despite her mortification, Aadaya couldn't help but notice a soft, affectionate smile grace Damien's lips as he turned his attention back to his formidable opponent. His surprise at his friends' outrageous antics did not go unnoticed by her keen eyes. While she harboured a strong urge to reprimand her friends for their audacious behaviour, the undivided attention of the entire arena remained firmly fixed on them.