Chapter 13. Getting along.

CHAPTER 13.

GETTING ALONG.

The entire atmosphere fell into a hushed silence as Luca prepared to throw his axe.

Mirroring Giovanni's grip, Luca held the axe with both hands, almost as if he were mimicking Giovanni's technique. George's eyes widened slightly as he wondered if Luca was just learning it on the spot.

Gio glanced at Luca, noticing his grip and hesitation. "Throw that shit, boy!" he shouted.

Luca slowly released one hand from the axe, surprising Giovanni.

"What the hell is he trying to do?" George muttered skeptically.

Even George couldn't hide his astonishment as he rose from his chair. Did Luca truly believe this was some kind of ball throwing game?

If Luca didn't throw the axe with enough force, it would hit the board and simply bounce off, resulting in a score of zero.

"You must think this is some ball throwing game, man!" Giovanni laughed, still caught up in his amusement.

While Giovanni was still engulfed in laughter, Luca let go of the axe, and everyone's e