The Goddess Made A Mistake Again

Chapter 289: 289 - A Friend's Biased Consolation

Chapter 289: Chapter 289 – A Friend’s Biased Consolation

“Whoa… he is strong.” Wilson said in surprise. He had seen Alvin’s first battle with Xavier but didn’t think he would come out with so many aspects.

To go so far or being able to bring Alvin so far meant, Alex had the capacity to show much potential. Now this was something that enraged Xavier to the core.

I looked from the side and saw him shuddering in anger as he looked at Alvin. He’s probably wondering why didn’t he used that attack on me or Is Alex actually so strong that I can’t compare with his strength?

It was either that or he was just angry at everyone by the way he stood up and ran away.

Dude really can’t take a learning experience here.

“Henry, I think you should see this.”

Hearing Wilson, I turn towards the arena and saw Alvin pointing he’s lance at me. The guy was fucking challenging me in front of all these people.

“What are you going to do, Henry?”

Well, I could accept his challenge now and beat his ass… but others might find it unfair for Alvin or later have some doubts.

I stood up and leaned over the border, “It was a remarkable effort you showed just now. I haven’t seen such control and power over someone’s ring before.”

“You’re not answering my challenge; do you accept or not?”

“I do not.” The twinkle of excitement vanished from Alvin’s eye, “I don’t want people to think of me as some half-assed guy that defeated someone who only has 70% of his strength left.”

“No, I’m still okay. I can take you on right now.” He said but I still shook my head.

I wasn’t lying when I said 70%. He’s remaining strength was only 70%, dwindling towards 69. Though it would be better for me to defeat him now, but I shouldn’t.

“You forget that we’re fighting in an arena, not a personal fight between. What you think isn’t the only thing that matters, it’s what the public say that matters.”

I turn and shout towards the students, “Tell me guys, do you want to watch us fight now or tomorrow when he will be at his 100%?”

My question made them think as I helped the process.

“The fight you saw today won’t be the same as what you will see tomorrow. The magnitude of power and explosion would be above the scale of what you’ve seen today.”

“If you just want a fight then I can fight right now no problem.” I say with a genuine tone, “But if you want a fight that will make your blood boil and hair creep up in excitement… I’d say wait the day and see it tomorrow.”

“So what will it be, people… today or tomorrow?”

“Tomorrow!”

“Tomorrow!”

“Tomorrow!”

The crowds chatter didn’t stop as it buzzed in.

I smile, turn to Alvin and shrug my shoulder. He stood there and slowly lowered his lance as I walk away with Wilson.

“Was that okay?” Wilson asked, “I know it was sudden but you’re winning chances would have been bigger if you fought now.”

“Yes, that would be so.” I nod while walking along, “But who said that I wanted a handicap… I already have the advantage in everything anyway. I don’t need someone to give me a bone, it should be me that does that.”

At that, I stop and Wilson stopped too.

Seeing the look on Henry’s face, Wilson knew that he was up to something.

“You know what… maybe I should give him a handicap.”

“What?” Wilson asks as I shook my head.

“Nothing… just a thought for later, come on let’s go check on Alex.”

…

“So how’s the fighter?”

Getting inside the medical wing, I asked the nurse.

Alex was lying on the bed with his eyes closed. By the way he took his breath, I understood that he was listening to us.

“In a bad condition, it would be best if you give him some time to rest.” The nurse said and checked the medical equipment before leaving.

Besides what we hear, we still sit down, “So that was an interesting fight.”

Alex immediately smiled and looked at me, “That’s the first thing you say?”

“Well, it’s not like you’re looking for an apology or excuse to say why you’re in such a state.” I say, “You know why you’re in this state and are just disappointed in yourself.”

He quieted down at that as Wilson spoke, “Why are you so down? Look at in this way, you won through so far that you even reached the Semi-Final… that’s amazing, Alex.”

“Yes… but it’s still not the finals.” Alex murmured, “If it was the final’s then I wouldn’t be sad that I los-”

“Fuck you!”

Alex looked at me in shock, “What?”

“Yeah, you hear me. Fuck you!”

“Why would you accept defeat if you were in the finals. If anything you should be even more depressed.”

“Henry… I thought we were trying to help him.” Wilson said.

“Yeah, that’s why we came. But it wasn’t to fill that delusional thought.” I say to Wilson and turn to Alex again, “We came to tell you that it’s okay to lose… but what I’m saying now is that, it’s not okay to accept it.”

“I know that you should accept defeat, learn from them and blah blah blah.” I say but bang my hand on the table next to it.

“But that’s now how it should work!”

“I hate losing, you hate losing, everybody hates losing!”

“It’s a universal fact that no one should accept. If someone does, then that person’s a fucking pussy.”

“I get that you should take it as a learning experience but why do I got to accept it.” I shook my head, “I deny such words and I deny such a reality. I will get strong, I will fight better and later I fucking better kill the guy that defeated me.”

“Amen, brother.” Wilson said and we high-fived. Then I look at Alex and take a breather.

“I know what I’m saying is completely biased… but if I’m not biased then I can’t be the strongest… and that is something I absolutely can’t have.”

Alex heard me and closed his eyes for a second. Then when Wilson was about to help him, we both saw tears dropping from his eyes.

“Fuck you guys… here I was, just chilling in the bed and you come here and give me a lecture over life and defeat.” Alex said trying to wipe his tears, “Can’t you see I’m just trying to stay strong and not cry in front of you guys.”

I smile as Wilson patted Alex, “Crying is a fundamental step in growing up, Alex. It’s sometimes better to let it out then hold it in… especially in front of your friends.”

“Yeah… but…” He said and stopped.

Wilson became curious and pried further, “And what?”

“… You guys will remind me this moment so many times in my life.” Alex said and looked at us as he frowned.

“Oh, you can count on it.” Wilson said.

“Yeah… it’s a bit of a pussy move to cry.”

“Fuck you guys.” Alex said and we laughed for a bit before he asked, “So do you think you can defeat him?”

“Alvin… of course. You don’t need to worry about me I have power on my side.” I said, flexing my muscle’s, “If its anyone you should worry about, it should be Alvin.”

Alex laughed, “Fuck him up for me.”

“Sure will.”