The shuttlecock soared through the air again, and Sorn barely had time to react before Ralf sent it flying back with a sharp, effortless stroke. His reflexes were good—too good. Sorn had been keeping up, but it had been a long time since he'd played like this, his body pushed to its limits with every movement. His breath was uneven, his arms ached, and sweat clung to his skin.
But he kept playing.
Ralf, on the other hand, looked like he could go for another hour without breaking a sweat. He grinned as he sent another shot across the makeshift court.
"You're slowing down, Sorn!"
Sorn scowled, tightening his grip on the racket. "Shut up," he muttered, darting forward to return the shot.