55.10 Vines

"I guess I have to press this advantage," I muttered to myself as I drew closer to the top. "Might have to stay hidden..."

*CLANG! CLANG! CRACK!*

The cacophony of battle drew ever so closer as I reached the top; my location relatively hidden as I watched the two battle it out from behind some leaves. Lise was holding her own quite well against the onslaught of branches being directed at her; her sword grinding against solid wood as she tried her best to approach.

"How long will you try and fight the inevitable, Imperiale?!"

Meanwhile, the Third Branch was standing stock still just a ways away from me; her hands crossed across her chest as she stood with her back turned away from me. Silently, I drew the Feuermischung and slowly approached. This was the perfect opportunity and I can't afford to waste it.