บท 43: Chapter 79 - Awakening the Old Pawns

"I want your body, Diana,"

Zeph declared with a mischievous smile on his face, thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to tease her.

"W-what!? "

Diana stammered in response, her silver hair glistening in the sunlight as her sapphire-blue eyes shifted downwards. Her grip on her sword hilt tightened.

SWISH

In the blink of an eye, Diana vanished from her spot, her sword swinging down towards Zeph's head. He welcomed the challenge with a grin, deftly sidestepping her attack.

Swiftly, he closed the distance between them, his hand intercepting her sword and the other hand resting on her waist, creating a stance reminiscent of a salsa dance.

They were in a closed position, but with a deft move, he pushed her into an open position.

"You! " Diana glared at him, their closeness making her heart race.