Rise of the Cursed Berserker: A Journey Forged in Pain and Triumph

Amber focused on the taste of iron in her mouth. The outside world was tuned out. Only the sound of her heartbeat and breathing accompanied her as she ran forward, the aching of her muscles nothing but a small distraction in her mind. All her thoughts focused on the single task at hand — running.

Other people were resting, even the coach who was present had advised her to take a break just a few minutes ago, but she could keep going. She was sure of it.

Her vision narrowed as she ran, her breathing grew steadier, and the muscle aches disappeared. The sound of her footsteps disappeared from her ears as time passed.

More, she thought. I need to keep going.

Amber's eyes focused on the upcoming turn on the track, but she realized her vision was hazy, and a feeling of sickness overwhelmed her. She nearly stumbled, barely managing to come to a stop through hasty and awkward steps.

She went off the track, looking at the grass with nausea as her coach called out to her in worry.

“Are you alright?” Her coach arrived next to her. “I told you you were overdoing it.”

“I’m…” Amber took shallow breaths. “Fine…”

The coach shook his head. “Why do I have to look out for you?” The man sighed. “You should go home and get some rest. I know you’re practicing for the upcoming marathon, but at this rate, you won’t even get to run in it.”

Amber forced herself to stand up and face the coach. She wanted to argue, but upon being met with a glare, only a sigh left her. He’s always overly concerned. She knew that if she tried to stay, she’d probably be forcibly removed from the premises.

“Alright, alright, I’ll go rest,” she relented.

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Release date

Lydbog: 15. december 2024