"BEGIN!"
Quinn leapt off the largest platform with ease right before a translucent shield shimmered into existence. A roar of applause ensued, marking the beginning of the much anticipated combat tournament.
Of the three platforms, the one in the center was the largest. This was where the fight between Stephanie and Jennifer would take place—and likely where most of the interesting match-ups would occur today.
Yet after ten seconds, none of the first-years had made a move on either of the platforms. There almost seemed to be a reluctance to make the first move, something that didn't seem to sit well with the crowd.
But before they could make any complaints, the brown-haired Stephanie surged into action. Surprisingly, she didn't cast a spell—instead opting to rush forward with superhuman speed.
"So fast!"
