(Raye's POV)
"Because I'm clearly stronger and you're still not in your best shape, I'll only launch non-mana attacks."
Ramiel declared as he put on his leather gloves.
And immediately...
"That sounds good."
I said that.
Fwip-
Then I took a fighting stance while holding a wooden sword on each hand.
'He's wrong about one thing.'
I thought as I looked at Ramiel.
It's true that he's definitely stronger than me.
But right now...
'I'm actually in my best shape.'
I declared in my head.
"Start!"
And when Ramiel announced the start of our match—
"[Flash]"
I immediately used that skill!
Bam-
Swish-
I launched forward toward Ramiel!
There were only about ten meters between us, so in a matter of milliseconds...
Fwish—
I appeared in front of him!
"...?"
Ramiel's eyes slightly widened, seeing me in front of him.
SWISH—