"The next team you will be facing for the quarter finals is team Aqua." Dr. Cherrylove said. "They are a team made up of 5 U level threat that are all water elementals. Their team captain is Sera Whales, her team members are Sparkling Waltuh, George Rivers, Miles Lake and Yeri Stream." Dr. Cherrylove said.

"This battle may pose a slight challenge, but nothing you guys can't handle." Dr. Cherrylove said with a casual voice. "Good luck to all of you."

***

The sun beamed its spotlight on us as we entered into the arena. On the other side of the arena was the enemy team.

Hovering at the mid section of the arena was Monomi, with microphone in hand.

"This is the quarter finals of the summer games! Give it a shout if you are excited for it!" Monomi said with a sweet passionate voice.

The crowd erupted with cheers.

"In one corner we have the Iron Angel division, lead by Kardusenn Romello! His teammates are Isa Seifi, Kuro, Rumble Ajkin and Biggy the pingu!"

The human side of the crowd cheered, while the elemental side remained quiet once again.

"In the other corner we have team Aqua! Lead by Sera Whales, her team members are Sparkling Waltuh, George Rivers, Miles Lake and Yeri Stream!"

The crowd cheered, regardless of human and elementals.

Before the second round began, Isa looked at me and said, "Kard, we've got this. Just stay back for now."

"Very well." I said begrudgingly as I crossed my arms.

"Now let's start the countdown shall we?" Monomi said, a countdown appeared on a giant monitor on the coliseum side.

The crowd began to countdown with the monitor. "10! 9! 8! 7! 6! 5! 4! 3! 2! 1! GO!"

The match started, and Rumble charged forward, using his shield to deflect a water ball from one of the elemental opponents. Isa followed close behind, her spear at the ready. Kuro positioned herself strategically, using her sniper to take down an opposing wind elemental from a distance.

Biggy, the pingu, transformed into his giant rolling ball form and took out a water elemental who was trying to flank us. Vic, our substitute member, displayed impressive agility as she avoided an earth elemental's attack and struck back with her twin guns.

Our team fought fiercely, countering each elemental's attack with skill and precision. The battle was intense, and we faced more resistance than in the previous round. However, our teamwork and determination eventually paid off. After a hard-fought match, we emerged victorious.

"All team Aqua members have lost consciousness, I announce team Iron Angel is the winner!" Monomi shouted.

Cheers from the human audience filled half the arena, but the elemental side remained quiet, just like last time.

I couldn't help but feel a mix of pride and frustration as I watched my team win again. I was proud of their success, but I desperately wanted to be a part of the action, to prove myself as well.

"You're our secret weapon Kard, we can't reveal you too soon." Rin comforted.

"Thanks." I said, my lips formed into a thin line.

***

Amare: "They seem to be doing quite well. It's impressive, considering they have a human on their team."

Illyria: "Yes, but I noticed that Kard didn't participate in the fight. Maybe they're saving him for tougher opponents?"

Wyndham, deep in thought, said: "We shouldn't underestimate them. Their teamwork is commendable."

Veritas, with a slight smile: "True, it'll be interesting to see how far they can go. Maybe Kard will show his true potential later."

Zeloto, smirking: "Or maybe he's just dead weight. Let's see how they fare against stronger teams."

Q: Did you ever sit out in a team sports game?