Chapter 101

Under James’s tutelage, my training regimen became a grueling and relentless pursuit of physical and mental strength. He pushed me to my limits, constantly testing my resolve and pushing me beyond what I believed I was capable of. Every session was an intense journey of self-discovery, as I learned to push through pain, exhaustion, and self-doubt.

Each morning, before the prison walls were touched by the first rays of sunlight, James and I would convene in the training area. Clad in our worn-out gloves and sweat-drenched attire, we began our rigorous routine.

We would start with a series of warm-up exercises, designed to awaken my muscles and prepare my body for the challenges ahead. Jumping jacks, high knees, and dynamic stretches would get my blood pumping and loosen my joints, all the while James kept a watchful eye, ensuring that every movement was precise and controlled.

Then came the core of our training—boxing drills. James demanded perfection in my techniqu