You hear a silent delay after your bike drives past Athan's bike at the last minute before you overtake him at the finish line. The crowd at the wild bike race breaks apart, cheering with loud claps and shouts. You get hauled onto someone's shoulder before finally getting down. Unclipping your helmet and freeing your ponytail, the crowd shifts into a silent whisper. On the other side, Athan remains on his bike, his gaze inspecting you

"May God punish me," he murmurs, mesmerized