Scrutinizing Gaze

Hayou Azureclaw's voice resounded with gusto, causing people to feel the tremble even on the outside.

However…

"No thanks…"

Niera shook her hand in a disinterested manner, causing Hayou Azureclaw to become dumbfounded. Not only him, but the excited crowd's shoulders dropped as though they were a balloon that had been deflated.

"You…!" Hayou Azureclaw came out of his reverie as he pointed at Niera, "Are you insulting me!"

"No, unless I sacrifice my blood essence, I don't have the confidence to defeat you in thirty-eight seconds." Niera appeared solemn before she smirked, "I'd rather face you one on one, having enough time than having to defeat you in ten minutes. Then, we can compare whose offensive prowess is truly strong. Yours or mine but the next time we meet out of this competition, I assure you that you wouldn't be my opponent anymore."

"Big words… young lady." Hayou Azureclaw's eyes were narrowed before he turned to look at Sophie.