In the midst of the duel, Yujin landed an unexpected move—a kiss, right on Aika’s forehead.

Though it was only a forehead kiss, the aftermath was anything but insignificant.

• Blushes furiously.

“H-Huh!? W-What?! My student kissed me… but wait, I haven’t even lost yet!”

First, there was Aika.

The strongest Awakened in the world found herself completely stunned.

Her entire plan revolved around losing to her student to make such an intimate moment acceptable. But instead, Yujin had turned the tables, catching her entirely off guard mid-duel with that kiss. She couldn’t even find the words to respond.