I’ve never been anywhere like this. The place is totally packed, and the gathered crowd is energetic and loud – near riotous, really. They stand and shout as each of the fighters throws and lands a punch. The people next to me keep pushing me closer to Beau. He doesn’t seem to mind. He just grins at me.
“This is just the opening fight,” Beau says. He has to talk loud to be heard over the crowd. “You should see the main event.”
“What is this place?” I ask him. “Amateur boxing?” I had no idea such a place even existed.
“This is an underground fighting ring,” Beau says. “It’s one of many all spread throughout the country and the world. It’s not exactly sanctioned, though you often see politicians in here to enjoy the fights. I don’t think it’s going to get busted any time soon.”
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