With the surprise Ryoma unveiled in the opening round no longer a factor, Liam calmly walks to the center of the ring with a clear plan in mind.
He plants both feet, raises his high guard, and silently invites Ryoma to keep working.
"Come on, kid."
"Let's see how long you can keep this up."
Across from him, Ryoma no longer thinks about ending the fight early. Chasing a knockdown against someone this experienced is simply unrealistic.
"Let's build the damage first."
"One punch at a time."
He glides into range behind a probing jab, with a straight follows, both punches land harmlessly on forearms.
Dug.
Dug.
After a few attempts, the result is the same. Liam stays discipline with his guard, not giving any opening upstairs.
Ryoma then shifts his lead foot half a step outside, changing the angle before whipping a short left hook toward the ribs.
Liam sees it coming, and ready for a dual exchange.
Thud!
