However, immediately after, a command from his superior came through his earpiece. His expression first showed astonishment, then he quickly nodded.
About ten seconds later, he picked up the microphone and announced loudly.
"Everyone, please remain calm. This is a normal procedure. This is a duel between two master swordswomen. Moreover, with Okita Tomei-sama overseeing the match, there will be no problems."
Okita Tomei, the former head of the Okita Family. His swordsmanship skills are publicly recognized as the best in Japan, and one could say it had reached the acme of perfection. He is essentially the face of Japanese's swordsmanship.
Upon hearing that Tomei was present, the audience immediately quieted down, no longer worried or afraid of any accidents.
Of course, many people still didn't know the situation and watched the duel between the two beautiful girls with anxious hearts.
Kaguya looked at her grandfather below the stage. Seeing him nod at her, she also felt reassured.
She drew her sword, which was also of superior quality.
"Let me see the surprise you have for me." Shinomiya looked at Soji across from her.
Soji nodded, flicked her sword into a ready stance, took a step, and instantly vanished from her original position, charging straight at Kaguya.
Kaguya, of course, was not afraid. She raised her sword and met the charge head-on.
The two girls immediately engaged in combat.
Below the stage, Shinomiya Koken watched the situation on stage with a serious expression. But suddenly, he felt someone pat his shoulder. Turning around, he found it was actually Yusei.
"Old Man Koken, I didn't really think you'd actually come." Yusei sat down beside him.
"Haha, just here to watch the younger generation fight. Of course, as your master, I also need to properly watch my disciple's match."
Yusei nodded. He had to admit, Koken might look a bit fierce, but he really cared for him a lot.
Koken kept his eyes fixed on the battle on stage and said to Yusei beside him, "Who do you think will win?"
"The girl with yellow hair."
Yusei didn't hesitate.
Koken showed no surprise, just nodded.
"Why do you think that? Aren't they fighting evenly right now? It seems evenly matched."
'Why did I think that... Of course, because that girl was a Servant.'
Yusei grumbled inwardly, but on the surface, he answered honestly, "Because although they look evenly matched, the yellow-haired girl is micro-managing every move, using the minimum force for the maximum effect in her attacks."
"As for the other side..."
At this point, Yusei couldn't help but glance at Koken beside him.
He had clearly heard the girl call this old man 'Grandpa' earlier. So he wondered if it would be bad to speak ill of his granddaughter.
Koken seemed to notice Yusei's hesitation and let out a hearty laugh.
"Speak freely. If Kaguya were truly outstanding, why would I have sought you out as the successor for Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu?"
"Alright. That Kag... Kaguya-san is indeed very good. But compared to her opponent, she's clearly a bit lacking in experience. Firstly, in the application of sword techniques..."
Just as he reached this point in his explanation, the battle on stage coincidentally saw Kaguya take the initiative to attack.
She held her sword with one hand, while the other hand gently touched the blade as if there were a scabbard there.
This move was very familiar to Yusei… it was a technique from Hiten Mitsurugi-ryu, Shukuchi.
In theory, it uses Shinsoku for rapid movement, instantly closing the distance to the opponent, not giving the opponent time to react, and slashing their throat.
But surprisingly, Kaguya's opponent, Soji, made the same motion.
Both figures instantly vanished from their spots, and the sound of clashing blades rang out in the space between them.
Clang!
Their blades locked together. Kaguya now tried to overpower her opponent with strength. But Soji didn't play along.
She decisively withdrew her sword, swept her right foot sideways, and directly kicked Kaguya in the waist.
The powerful force sent Kaguya flying back a distance.
In this brief exchange of sword techniques, the difference in skill was immediately apparent!
Yusei shrugged and said to Koken beside him.
"This is what I was talking about. Kaguya-san's application of sword techniques is somewhat rigid, lacking flexibility."