Alma, the Rank 1 Cadet of the First Year, stood blankly in Jules's presence.
Is she this curious about my strength?
Jules hurriedly pondered whether he should accept or not.
Isn't it best to try with her? Someone strong, but not much stronger than me.
Looking at her, Jules replied, "Alright."
He darted at her.
Alma, ready, caught his downward slash.
She allowed Jules to attack her for the first few exchanges before she went on the attack.
Now on the defensive, Jules first tried to use his mana senses to detect the hints of mana within her sword.
It's actually easier to react when I don't concentrate so much.
But if it's another sword that doesn't hold as much mana, it'll be harder to perceive.
Jules calmly commented as he blocked.
Diagonal, vertical, and downward slashes all came at him.
After a few seconds of exchange, Alma increased her speed and wove feints into her attacks.
Slowly, Jules started to struggle to keep up.
