Chapter One Hundred And Sixty Nine
Vanessa POV
The massive arena was still buzzing with an incredible, electric energy as the final horn sounded. The sharp, piercing noise echoed off the high steel beams of the roof, signaling the end of an absolutely brutal, high-intensity match. It had been a fierce battle from the very first drop of the puck, but the Arctic Wolves had fought tooth and nail to secure a hard-won 4-2 victory over their bitter rivals.
The entire stadium was completely alive. Thousands of passionate fans were on their feet, stomping their boots against the concrete floor, waving their red and white team scarves, and chanting Khalid’s name over and over again in a massive, deafening rhythm.
“AL-MANSOUR! AL-MANSOUR!”
The sound vibrated right through the heavy glass of the
