Chapter 15. Winner

Zane’s POV

“SAUGE! SAUGE! SAUGE!”

“Zane!”

The triumphant chants filled the air as our school secured the victory. I scanned the crowd, searching for Calista, my thoughts momentarily distracted by our earlier conversation. However, I quickly admonished myself for dwelling on it at such a moment of celebration.

I felt a surge of satisfaction as our team emerged victorious. The cheers and celebration around me were infectious, yet my mind kept circling back to Gabriel’s attempt to provoke me during the game. Despite that, I distinctly heard Calista’s voice, realizing she was present.

Gabriel, the star player of Evergreen Valley College, had posed a formidable challenge, but I knew deep down that winning didn’t hinge on his involvement. My singular goal had always been victory, with or without him.

Nate, my teammate, slapped my back enthusiastically. “You’re an ace, man!” he exclaimed, laughing as we embraced like brothers. “You shut down Gabri