Not at all surprised, Emir deflected the strike with a sharp parry and immediately countered, his left sword arcing towards Blanc's midsection.
Blanc twisted his body, narrowly avoiding the strike, and retaliated with a quick upward slash aimed at Emir's chest.
Emir stepped back just in time, the tip of Blanc's sword grazing his augmented suit.
He then pivoted on his heel and swung both swords in a fluid, cross-slash motion.
Blanc barely managed to bring his sword up in defense, the force of Emir's attack pushing him back several steps.
"Tricks, tricks, tricks, a pathetic showing coming from a man of God~."
Blanc ignored Emir's obvious attempts at riling him up and they resumed circling each other, eyes locked.
He feigned a low strike, but Emir didn't fall for it, keeping his guard steady.
