Even though Max and Jay weren't around, the students had gotten used to the routine. They walked ahead with Joe, heading to the same familiar gym they always stopped at after school.
When they stepped inside, Steven was there to greet them like usual.
"The other two not with you today?" Steven asked, looking past them.
"They had some business to deal with during the day," Joe replied. "Haven't come back yet. Don't know if they will."
"Alright, everyone!" Steven shouted, clapping his hands. "Get ready and start your warm-up!"
The students headed straight to the changing rooms. Once they were out of their shoes and geared up, they started jogging in circles across the training mats.
At first, Steven had been hesitant to teach so many delinquents. The whole scene had thrown him off. But the shock wore off quick. And when he really thought about it, wasn't this what he wanted?
