Waste of Time

When Dirk began to move, Zayn twisted his weapons while reinforcing his body by circulating soul particles through his entire body.

He was trying to create a sudden outburst that allowed him to take Dirk by surprise. At first, Zayn was pretty sure that his attack had worked out, just for realization to dawn on him as a sharp pain spread through his right arm. The saber fell out of his hand and the cold and dull wooden blade of the training weapon wielded by Dirk touched his neck.

Sadly, the spar ended before it could actually start. Dirk Hax was a C-rank Adventurer with two Soulrings.

It was only obvious that he was stronger and faster than Zayn, but he was still taken by surprise. Zayn cursed out loud when he comprehended that he had lost and he picked up the saber that fell to the ground.

Rubbing the back of his hand, Zayn realized that this would turn into a bad bruise. He sighed deeply and stored his weapons inside the expanding pouch once again.