Of all those interested in crossing swords with Theo, none was more eager than Kyle.

‘I want to see just how much your blade has grown.’

Kyle had always felt a quiet joy watching Theo’s relentless growth.

For Theo, life had always been a series of battles.

Colliding, struggling, and then somehow overcoming.

When faced with yet another obstacle, Theo never hesitated to clash with it head-on.

That unyielding journey reminded Kyle of his own past.

Perhaps that was why he found himself constantly drawn to Theo, why he couldn't help but keep an eye on him.

Every time they …