Minutes ago at the school event…
Both teams glared fiercely at one another, their grips tightening around the rope as heavy breaths escaped them.
The audience found themselves holding their breath as well, time seeming to still for a moment as everyone braced themselves for the final game of the day.
Another round of tug-of-war.
Then, the sharp sound of a whistle echoed throughout the gymnasium, followed by the fierce huff from the players.
"Pull! Pull! Pull!"
Both sides shouted as they yanked at the rope with all their might. Even the audience could not help but roar along with them.
"Pull it! Pull!!"
Nolan rose to his feet, his neck stretched forward, and his hands clasped tightly together.
Everyone's eyes were fixed on the red handkerchief tied at the center of the rope. It shifted left and right until it crossed deeper into the Red Team's line.
"Pull!" Julius roared, followed immediately by Ashley shouting, "Come on!"
