I had forgotten that with the defeat of Ladon-Tosh, I was the champion. “Quiet, please. Quiet.” The voice belonged to Thansius. As the crowd parted and became silent, he came forward holding two objects. One was a metal figurine. The other a woolen bag with a cord tied firmly around its neck. Thansius motioned to me. “Vega, please step forward.” I let go of Delph’s hand and walked toward the Chief of Council with hesitant steps. I was still a bit wonky, but I couldn’t not go, could I? Thansius turned to the crowd and proclaimed, “I officially declare Vega Jane the champion of the Duelum.”
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