Skill Test

Panic flickered in Brittany's eyes as she realized she had lost control of the situation. She tried to redirect her attack, to adjust her stance, but her movements felt sluggish and uncoordinated. Alex, on the other hand, seemed to move effortlessly, his every step a calculated dance of evasion.

"What's wrong, Brittany?" Alex taunted, his voice echoing around her. "Can't keep up?"

Brittany gritted her teeth, frustration and a hint of fear mingling within her. She channeled more power into her light swords, their glow intensifying. She swung them wildly, hoping to land a lucky hit, but Alex effortlessly dodged each attack, his movements almost mocking in their ease.

"You're fast," she admitted, her voice strained.

"Thank you, I always am," he chuckled, his confidence unwavering.

Brittany managed a smile despite her predicament and focused on the ring she had received, trying to tap into its full potential.