Gangsters:Rise To The Top

The Rising Stakes – Battles, Friendships & Hidden Schemes

The second day of Jengraimukh Academy's Annual Sports Week arrived with a renewed energy in the air. The previous day had been filled with exhilarating matches, thrilling races, and unexpected upsets. But today, the competition was about to intensify.

The students gathered once again in the main stadium, the tension rising as everyone discussed the upcoming events.

Morning Strategy – Choosing Events

Mri sat with Ayang, Rihan, and the rest of the Revolutionary Stars at a cafeteria near the field. The captains and vice-captains of each division were present, discussing which sports they would participate in.

Pankaj leaned forward with a grin. "Alright, so who's playing what? We need to dominate this year!"

Udit smirked. "I'm going for the martial arts tournament. No one is taking me down this time."

Khunjon chuckled. "That's what you said last year, and you still lost to Jasmine."

The group burst into laughter as Udit scowled. "That was a fluke! She's crazy fast."

James leaned back in his chair. "I'm going for the archery competition. I heard the Dragons have a sharpshooter, so I need to crush them."

Tanuja nodded. "I'll be in the obstacle course race."

Roman, the vice-captain of the 1st division, raised an eyebrow. "And Mri? What's the great General of The Three Souls joining?"

All eyes turned to Mri.

He shrugged, sipping his tea. "Haven't decided yet."

Deba smirked. "Come on, man. We all know you're going for the combat events."

Pankaj leaned closer. "Or are you too busy thinking about a certain someone?"

The table erupted in whistles and laughter as Mri shot Pankaj an annoyed look. "What?"

Supong grinned. "You and Jasmine, huh?"

Mri nearly choked on his drink as Jasmine rolled her eyes. "Idiots."

But the teasing didn't stop. Roman stood up dramatically. "It is official—Mri is in love with Jasmine!"

The entire group burst into cheers, clapping and laughing.

Mri's face heated up. "Shut up, Roman."

Jasmine just smirked and nudged Mri. "Don't blush too hard, General."

The teasing continued for a few minutes before they finally refocused on the sports events.

Event One: The Obstacle Course

The first major event of the day was the Obstacle Course Race, where students had to sprint through a series of deadly traps, leap over tall barriers, and use their agility to survive.

The final eight competitors stood at the starting line.

Among them were Tanuja (Revolutionary Stars), Jasmine , and a Dragon's elite runner.

The whistle blew!

Jasmine and Tanuja took off like lightning, dodging swinging axes and avoiding collapsing floors. The Dragon competitor kept up, his movements precise.

At the final stretch, Jasmine and Tanuja leaped over a wall of spinning blades, landing on the last platform.

Jasmine dived forward and touched the finish line first!

The crowd exploded in cheers!

"Winner: Jasmine!"

Mri smiled as he watched. "No surprise there."

Ayang nodded. "She's fast as hell."

Jasmine walked past Mri with a victorious smirk. "Still not impressed?"

Mri chuckled. "Maybe a little."

Event Two: The Combat Arena

The most anticipated event of the day—the Combat Arena—was about to begin. It was a one-on-one elimination tournament, testing strength, skill, and strategy.

The participants were drawn at random, and the matches began.

First fight: Omanso vs. a Dragon fighter – Omanso won with a brutal knockout.

Second fight: Khunjon vs. Girish – Khunjon barely won, his agility saving him.

Third fight: Sunil vs. Alex – Sunil won in a spectacular battle of strength.

Then came the most anticipated match:

Jasmine vs. Rihan!

The entire stadium fell silent as the two warriors stepped into the ring.

Mri leaned forward, watching intently.

The referee signaled the start, and Jasmine immediately dashed forward, launching a rapid series of strikes.

But Rihan was fast. He dodged, countering with a powerful spinning kick that Jasmine barely blocked.

The fight intensified, both fighters matching each other blow for blow.

Mri watched carefully. He had never seen Jasmine go all out before.

Finally, after a brutal exchange, Jasmine found an opening—she used Rihan's speed against him, trapping him in a submission hold.

Rihan tapped out!

"Winner: Jasmine!"

The crowd went wild.

Jasmine stood up, wiping sweat off her forehead, then glanced at Mri. "Still watching?"

Mri smirked. "You're full of surprises."

End of the Day – Amai Gang's Next Move

As the students celebrated their victories, a sinister figure watched from the shadows.

One of the Amai Gang's members whispered into a communicator. "The selections will begin soon. We need to move faster."

A deep voice responded, "Don't worry. When the real test begins, we will be ready."

The screen flickered in the staff room, showing the Ranking Simulation for the upcoming S-Rank Selection.

And at the top of the unknown rankings, one name was hidden from view.

Mri.

The storm was coming.