Sometimes, the outcome of a match can be decided by a single-team fight.
Evelyn couldn't help but sigh.
"Ah ... "
The marksman, who had been caught out, apologised profusely. "Evelyn ... I'm sorry."
Evelyn smiled at her. "It's alright. A loss is a loss. If we're not first, we still have second place."
Their original goal was to defeat Hattie.
Losing to Violeta again left them a bit disappointed, but as Violeta had said before, losing to a strong opponent is not a shame.
The announcer declared, "The match is over!
"The first winner is 'The Mighty Dragons'!"
According to the new rules, the first winner would have to wait for the second and third teams to compete before the championship was decided.
If Evelyn's team won against Hattie's, they would secure second place.
If Hattie lost, Violeta, having previously defeated Evelyn, would be the undisputed champion.
If Hattie won, she would face Violeta in a final match to determine the champion.
Therefore, the match between Evelyn and Hattie was crucial.
The Mighty Dragons won once again.
As they left the stage, Violeta and Evelyn shared a hug.
"Congratulations on your win," Evelyn said.
Violeta smiled. "Good luck in your next match."
Backstage, the marksman who had been targeted by Violeta approached her, curious.
"Violeta, can you tell me how you knew I would go that way?"
She hadn't revealed her position, so how did Violeta know?
Violeta turned and calmly explained, "I've studied your data, past matches, and gameplay videos. You're skilled with marksman, but you have a weakness, as you always go for the buff after the third dragon.
"Your habit is your biggest flaw."
Violeta had thoroughly researched all the players, not underestimating anyone.
That was why losing to her wasn't shameful.
The marksman sighed. "Well, I understand now."
Violeta nodded. "I hope you defeat Flame Vanguard."
Defeating Hattie had been Evelyn's team's goal, so they would undoubtedly give it their all.
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