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As the night went on, the sound of laughter and conversation filled the LaRusso house. Aurora was still chatting with Zander and Demetri when she heard Daniel call her name from across the room. She excused herself and made her way over to him, curious about what he wanted to discuss. Standing beside him was Sam, her expression calm but thoughtful.
Daniel smiled warmly as Aurora approached. "Aurora, I need to talk to you about tomorrow's final step in the demonstration," he began, his tone serious but encouraging. "The judges want to see one last thing before they make their decision—two matches. One between the girls and one between the boys, against Cobra Kai."
Aurora raised an eyebrow, the weight of his words sinking in. "So, like a final sparring match?" she asked, crossing her arms. "Who are you thinking of putting up?"
Daniel hesitated, glancing between her and Sam. "That's the thing," he admitted. "I'm torn. Both of you are incredible fighters, and you've each brought something unique to our dojo. I'm not sure who to pick."
Aurora's eyes widened. She hadn't expected this kind of decision to land in her lap. She turned to Sam, unsure of what to say, but before she could speak, Sam stepped forward, her voice steady.
"It should be Aurora," Sam said confidently, leaving no room for doubt.
Aurora blinked in surprise. "What? Sam, are you sure?" she asked, feeling a mix of emotions. While part of her was flattered, another part felt uncertain about taking the spotlight.
Sam nodded without hesitation, her expression firm. "A hundred percent. You made it to the finals in the tournament. You've proven yourself over and over again. This is your moment."
Aurora's hesitation lingered, but the belief shining in Sam's eyes was undeniable. "But this is important. You've worked so hard, and I don't want to take—"
Sam cut her off with a reassuring smile. "Aurora, I believe in you. We all do. And besides, this isn't about taking anything away from me. This is about showing the judges what our dojo can do. You're the best choice."
Aurora felt a lump rise in her throat as she nodded slowly, absorbing Sam's words. "Okay," she said quietly, then with more conviction, "Okay. I'll do it."
Daniel smiled, his pride evident. "That's settled, then. Aurora, you'll represent us in the girls' match, and for the boys, well Johnny is talking about it now with the guys."
Aurora nodded, determination settling in her chest. "I won't let you down," she promised.
Sam placed a hand on Aurora's shoulder. "You've got this. Just go out there and be yourself," she said, her voice filled with warmth and encouragement.
Aurora gave her a grateful smile. "Thanks, Sam. That means a lot."
As they parted ways to enjoy the rest of the evening, Aurora felt a surge of gratitude—not just for the opportunity, but for how far her relationship with Sam had come. They weren't just little girls anymore; they were friends who truly supported one another. And as she caught Miguel glancing her way again, she realized that she felt ready to face whatever came next.






Aurora spent the rest of the night honing her techniques, replaying moves in her head, and mentally preparing for the match. She wanted to be ready for anything Cobra Kai might throw her way. Despite her efforts, the nerves hit her like a wave as they arrived at Cobra Kai's sleek new headquarters the next day. The imposing black and red decor screamed intimidation, and Aurora couldn't help but feel the weight of what was at stake.