C53 The Challenge Began

Teddy glanced at the two classmates beside him, his cheeks burning with embarrassment. They patted their pockets, spread their hands wide, and shrugged in resignation—none of them had enough money.

"I've got about 3,000..." Teddy murmured, his voice barely audible. With so many peers watching, the embarrassment was one thing, but the real issue was the hit to his pride