Chapter 74: Philippians
Utakata's journey was abruptly halted by a lone figure standing in his path. The sun was obscuring the newcomer's features, but Utakata couldn't shake the feeling of being watched and scrutinized.
The silence continued until the figure finally stepped forward, revealing a calm, calculating face.
It was Arthur.
"Can I help you?" Utakata asked in a wary voice.
The stranger didn't respond; he only cracked his neck. The message was clear: a challenge.
Utakata frowned. He had no desire for a fight, especially not with someone he didn't know.
"Look," he said, "I don't want any trouble. You best turn around and keep on walking."
Arthur remained silent. He performed a series of quick, limbering jumps to warm himself up.
"You should know," he finally said after the last hop, "the only person in trouble here is you."
Utakata bristled at the threat. He recognized a challenge when he heard it. With a growl, he cupped his hands together.
"Water style: water waves!"