Upon getting on the stage, Apollo casually held his bokken at his side. It was clear he didn't really care. As for the man standing on the other side of the stage, he slowly shifted his stance, raising his wooden sword vigilantly.
The man smiled enthusiastically.
"I apologize for not letting you fight right away earlier. It was my fault for being unable to see the signs of someone skilled. I hope that you can fight with your full strength and display the prowess of your swordsmanship."
Apollo scratched the side of his head.
"Do we fight now?"
The man laughed.
"Alright, alright. We will use the same rules as your previous spar. I am ready. Are you?"
Apollo nodded.
"Yeah!"
The man took a deep breath.
"Then..."
He bent his knees slightly and tensed his feet.
"Go."
The man bolted forward. He was not the fastest, still within the realm of normal humans. However, it was an impressive speed nonetheless.
