Part 942: Kjelle A

Hello, Gerome.

Oh, hello. I was just passing by randomly and thought--- Oh, are you training? Forgive me.

Liar! I saw you skulking in the shadows. You were trying to spy on me again!

...It's true.

It is?!

I know I shouldn't, but I was curious.I had to see how you were progressing since our last conversation.

Well, to be honest, I did want to show you something...

Nnnnnnnnngh...Hiyaaah!

What do you think? Not bad, eh?

Flawless. I would change nothing.

Yes! You finally admitted I can do something right!

...I'm surprised you're so thrilled to gain my approval. Aren't you putting too much stock in one man's opinion?

When we were children, I decided that you would be my eternal rival... And I've been playing catch-up ever since! I've never been able to do anything that was good enough for you... until today! THAT is why I'm excited!

In that case, it appears I have been negligent.

What do you mean?

If I am your rival, then I must begin training with renewed intent. If you will excuse me...

I knew picking you as a rival was the right decision! Of course, now that I've inspired you to train more, I have to do the same.

I would expect no less from my rival. Best of luck to you.

And to you!