Touka stood tall as she cut down Arnan. To me, she was the resemblance of a true master of the sword. I burned the image into my mind. However, once she was sure that she was victorious, she stumbled. It looked like the blow that she received did more damage than she thought.
"He he he he!"
My eyes widened. Arnan was laughing, still lying face down on the floor.
"So that's how you use a sword!" He sounded like he was in true ecstasy.
I saw a small movement in his body, and that was all I needed to see. Immediately, I dashed towards Touka and drew my sword.
Ding!
Metal hit metal as I defended Touka from another surprise attack. Arnan's armor was healing, and underneath it, his wound was closing. He was laughing even harder now.
"I apologize Touka. I broke my promise," I whispered to her.
"That is fine, Ace-san. Thank you," She grabbed onto my shoulder for support.
