Chapter 217: Eldest Sibling
"Why not use the first activation?" Arthur challenged.
Shira blinked, confused at first. But then the memories flooded back—he had attempted to use this technique during the tournament, and Arthur had witnessed it firsthand. Little did he know, Arthur knew all of the boy's techniques.
Shira accepted the challenge.
If he could remove his mental inhibitions, it would release him from the self-imposed restrictions in his mind.
As such, he activated the technique, mentally shedding his limitations. His senses heightened, and in that moment, he felt ready.
Filled with adrenaline, he rushed toward Arthur. Arthur, anticipating the rush, remained calm.
The boy went in for several rapid jabs, forcing Arthur to move in unexpected ways. Now the fight had shifted to match the challenge head-on.
But rather than become flustered, Arthur adopted a unique fighting stance, lowering himself close to the ground as he placed both hands down.
To Shira's astonishment, Arthur spun himself in a fluid motion, launching a kick that sent Shira flying backward. It was a movement that seemed almost breakdancing-like in its execution, perplexing and innovative.
Undeterred, Shira recovered quickly, narrowing his eyes at Arthur before charging at him again.
But Arthur was no longer standing still; he was constantly shifting, moving with a rhythm that was both mesmerizing and bewildering.