Chapter 73. The Omega’s Revenge

Celeste’s POV

The long-anticipated final showdown between Nora and Cira was finally underway. What had started as a simple capture-the-flag challenge had evolved at Cira’s insistence into something far more personal: a capture-the-headband match. Both cousins stood on the sun-baked sand, each wearing a crimson headband that fluttered in the sea breeze. The rules were straightforward: whoever snatched the other’s headband first would be declared the winner.

All around us, the atmosphere crackled with excitement—well, as intense as a beach gathering could get. Members of Lunar Bloom, fiercely loyal to their leader, were already on their feet, chanting encouragement.

“Go, sis! You’ve got this!” Lumea shouted, her voice carrying across the shore.

“Win so we can celebrate again!” Neris added, pumping her fist with enthusiasm.

Behind them, Ayra paced nervously, her brow furrowed. “Just don’t go too far, okay? I don’t want either of you getting hurt!” s