Chapter 25: Life at stake
Author: DanTheLion
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"What's body toss?" Elliott looked from Spike to Carnelian.

The room was silent, the tension palpable. Spike stood frozen, his face pale, sweat running down his brow. He glanced from his mother to Elliott, searching for support. Elliott looked back at him, concern etched on his face. He took a step forward, but stopped short, not knowing what to do.

Then, breaking the silence, Carnelian spoke. "Spike, you don't need to be afraid." Her voice was cold and emotionless, sending a shiver down his spine. "I promise, it's not as bad as it sounds. It's just a game."

Spike swallowed.

Elliott's face was ashen as Spike tied him to the pole. His eyes were wide, his breath coming in quick gasps. Spike tried to remain calm, but he could feel his own panic rising. "Everything's going to be fine, Elliott," he said, his voice wavering. "Just trust me."

Elliott's lips trembled as he nodded. "I do trust you," he said. "But what if we can't get out of this?"

Elliott's words cut straight to Spike's heart.
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