An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Number 24 folded his arms and sized up Number 95 with scorn and disbelief.

He couldn't help but scoff at the sight of the skinny, hobbling kid stepping into the ring. He felt that Number 95 had underestimated the challenge ahead.

"Although you're tall and muscular, it doesn't mean you can beat me," Number 95 stated flatly.

"I can't beat you?" Number 24 chuckled.

He taunted, "Kid, do you even know what you're saying? With your twig-like frame, I could squash you with one hand!"

"Really? Why don't you give it a try?" Number 95 remained unfazed as he stared at Number 24 without flinching.

Despite his smaller stature, he emitted a strong presence.

"Fine. It seems like you won't get it until I school you!" Number 24 sneered as he drew his long blade out of its sheath.

95 remained unfazed as he casually leaned on

Draw your weapon!" Number 24 pointed his blade

a weapon to deal with you," Number 95

and his eyes flashed with anger. "Kid, you will

no time and

gripped the hilt and brought it down hard on Number 95's

a simple yet effective strike with no frills, but it packed

had only two choices—attack or dodge. Given their size difference, he knew launching an attack

24 more room to keep pressuring

24, no matter which option his opponent chose, there was

didn't dodge or step back. Instead, he

needles shot out from his crutch, which targeted Number