Chapter 66: Chapter 66 – Spoils of Battle

Pat. Pat.

A cloth damp with sweat gently patted Percival’s brow. Strands of his sandy-blonde hair were continuously tucked as the young man trained his body to the limit.

“One more! Come on; you can do it! You’re almost there!”

Circe encouraged Percival as he attempted to lift himself higher into the air.

“AGGHH!”

With a shout and a clear picture of his dream board in his mind, Percival’s taunt arms raised his body against gravity. Finally, the perfect push-up form was at the top of his effort.

“You did it!”

“Not bad, kid.”

Thud!

Utterly exhausted, Percival’s face hit the ground. His previous strength drained away into the dirt as he slumped like a limp noodle.

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