Chapter 89: The Price of Strength

"In this short skirmish, you both have proven that you have what it takes to not depend on the other." Xyler explained. "You don't have to continue the fight."

Zero and Kai remained locked with their weapons while they shot Xyler a skeptical glance - they were both afraid to let go in case he changed his mind right after and they lost the chance they both believed they had.

Xyler raised an eyebrow as he looked between them. "Or...would you rather fight until only one is left?"

Both players looked to each other with wide eyes. They had been so enthralled in the fight that they forgot a key detail - this was just practice. They're a team. At least, for now.

They both withdrew their weapons at the same time and chanced taking a breath to relax their on edge bodies.

"S-sorry 'bout that." Kai muttered as he looked down at Zero's bleeding side.

"No, I was just as wrapped up in it." Zero responded.