"Don't go easy on me," Eilika said calmly.
Damian's lips curved slightly. "I wouldn't dare," he replied.
There was a faint glimmer of amusement in his eyes as he studied her stance. Part of him still wondered whether Eilika truly possessed the defensive skills she claimed. To him, she still appeared delicate compared to trained soldiers.
Yet the confidence in her gaze made him curious.
"Attack me," Damian said, folding his arms loosely behind his back.
Eilika lifted an eyebrow.
"You should make the first move," she replied. "It was your challenge after all."
She raised her arms slightly in front of her, positioning them in a guarded stance. Her expression grew focused, the playful tone from earlier fading into concentration.
Damian watched her for a moment before stepping forward.
Without warning, he reached out swiftly, attempting to seize her wrist and pull her off balance.
