After giving the formal greeting, as well as inquiring about their parents, eventually the Marquess and Countess released us, mainly due to Anput dozing off slightly during tea.
As soon as we were dismissed, Anput shot up and moved towards the door, her tail swaying slightly behind her back.
We made our way to the now familiar training ground, and Anput and I walked to the center after grabbing practice blades.
Spinning the dagger in my hand, I stayed in a loose stance as I observed Anput.
She had grabbed a longsword, similar to the one she bought last visit. Twirling it once, she wrapped both hands around the handle and lowered herself, her grin almost splitting her face.
"Alright, first hit wins. Leone will be the judge, since she is more impartial than me. Are you ready?"
Hearing Jahi's voice, Anput and I nodded, waiting for the countdown.
"3...2...1... Go!"
Anput dashed forwards, swinging the blade down towards my skull.
