ERON
"Again," Leaf said, circling me with predatory grace, his ancient eyes evaluating my every move.
I gritted my teeth, sweat stinging my eyes as I lifted my practice sword for what felt like the millionth time today. My muscles burned in protest, but I forced myself to assume the proper stance.
"You're dropping your left elbow," Roel called from the sidelines, his voice identical to his twin's. "An opening any Blood Realm knight would exploit."
"Maybe if we were fighting fair," I muttered, adjusting my position. "Which they never do."
Gumi, stretched out lazily in a patch of sunlight, twitched his nine tails in amusement. "The pup learns," he said, not bothering to lift his head. "Though perhaps not quickly enough."
I shot the fox a glare. "Says the guy sunbathing while I get my
