“Well from what I could tell the fighting ring is hidden under an estate owned by a wealthy family. It’s situated on a cliffside and at the base of the northern cliff there’s an old escape hatch that's no longer in use. The tunnel leads directly into the lower floor of the compound and isn’t that well guarded. We could sneak into there and see what we can find,” Alister explained as they left the Bistro. Once they were outside Alister made a loud whistle that echoed throughout the area. As a response, an engine roared to life and his bike made its way to him. 

“If we drive straight north out of town the estate should be on our left. So ready to go?” Alister asked. While he talked their eyes met for a moment but Alister quickly diverted his gaze. A little color still made its way onto his cheeks which he hoped Drake didn’t notice. 
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“Isn’t it a little early for me to meet your parents? we haven't even had a first date yet,” Valeria said with a wink. She giggled to her self then hurried down the trail. The forested made for a picture-perfect scene but she hated the bugs that came with it. Fireflies were pretty but she hated anything that was small and flies. It steamed from an old rivalry with a fairy that screwed her over more than once.

“Are we there yet,” Valeria asked.