I feel like I’m fighting with a robot…

"What?" Seiji raised his eyebrows in surprise.

His first reaction was 'what the hell?' However, he soon realized what Akatsuki wanted.

Seiji considered whether he should accept the challenge or leave the fighting until the official duel.

He glanced at Natsuya, inquiring with his expression about what he should do. She indicated that it didn't matter either way and that he could choose.

Since it didn't matter either way, Seiji decided to accept.

A high ability human puppet… similar to an android with artificial intelligence. Seiji was indeed somewhat curious about its battle potential.

"Rather than a puppet, I'd rather be beating up on you, but now's not the time. Plus, I am indeed curious about this… Shinobu Miaki." Seiji squinted slightly. "Let's just treat it as me wanting to try my mettle. You're willing to let her fight with me right here and now?"