So as not to make it too overkill, Cole kept Black Malakai sheathed behind his waist while he drew out the standard army issued short sword from his inventory. Many of the onlookers had no idea what Cole's gesture meant, but of all the people watching they were all able to come to the same conclusion…..Cole did not consider the Commander a threat, at least not enough for him to use his own sword, if Cole thought any less of him then he would not have used a weapon.
"I don't know whether to be flattered or insulted, but seeing as I am standing opposite an equal, I will leave this up to a contest of skill with a blade. I'm not even qualified to test you as there has never been anyone who joined the militia at the diamond rank. But as I am the highest ranked individual here…..I will take on this burden."
