Brynn's back is against the wall. With her family on the brink of ruin, she enters the notorious Nexus Games as a last resort, knowing one wrong move could cost her life. In this treacherous competition of magic and might, she must overcome lethal trials and solve impossible puzzles, all while uncovering the sinister secrets behind the legendary games that hold the world in balance. Surrounded by cunning foes, trust is a luxury she can't afford. Each test pushes her to the edge, forcing her to draw on every ounce of grit and magical ability. The stakes climb ever higher until Brynn stakes it all on one death-defying gambit. With her family's lives and the realm's fate hanging in the balance, she must fight with wit and courage to expose the truth and reshape her destiny...or perish in the attempt. Only by risking everything can she save what matters most. But is she ready to pay the ultimate price? *** A chapter will come out every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.