The sun dipped low over Eclipse Academy. The final match of the day was about to begin.

“Last match!” the announcer shouted. “Han Jiwon versus Ryu Taemin!”

Jiwon walked out with a bright grin, twirling her sword once before resting it on her shoulder.

“Wow, they saved me for last. I feel honored already,” she said, half-joking the referee.

Across from her, Ryu Taemin cracked his knuckles, smiling back.

“You really talk this much before a fight.”

“Of course, my tongue is ...