Kirov's ears perked up at Sanada's question.
He was among those people who focused wholeheartedly on combat and was not too interested in anything related to fame.
Nonetheless, in their world, one's strength usually more or less translated to fame, so Kirov was at least aware of Shye Crowley of the Black Dawn's existence.
Well, who wouldn't when such an insanely strong and talented young man was fated to be one's opponent?
Thus, upon suddenly receiving news from Hakkin that the famed young hero turned out to be one of them, Kirov was excited.
He had long wanted to try his hand against the young hero, though he was quite sure he would lose based on the feats Shye had achieved such as taking down a mythical creature.
Kirov was initially taken aback when Shye removed his mask as the four of them made their way to the meeting room to report to Sanada.
