The next morning came bright and loud.

The Revalis Clan arena was already packed. The crowd was already so noisy and excited for the next round of the competition.

Inside the flying ship, the twins were stretching side by side.

Rynar cracked his neck while Rynor tied his wristbands, both calm but clearly excited.

Dahlia walked up to them, smirking. "Remember the plan?"

Rynar grinned, wiping sweat from his face. "Of course, Senior Sister."

Rynor raised a thumb. "We'll make sure to make it big and flashy."

Dahlia grinned, rolling her eyes. "Just don't mess it up."

Garion came a moment later, holding two large metal boxes. One was red, and the other was yellow.

"I got something for you two. Your new combat suits. Go and open them."

Garion put them down in front of the twin, and instantly the twins hurried to open both boxes.

When they looked at their new combat suits, they blinked for a moment, feeling excited.

Rynars's eyes widened. "Whoa... are these really ours?"

Rynor whistled. "They look amazing!"

Garion crossed his arms, smirking. "Of course, I made them myself. Try them on."

A short while later, the twins stepped out wearing their new suits.

They weren't flashy armor. They were just sleeveless tops and fitted shorts that moved perfectly with their bodies.

The set also came with heavy, reinforced boots and thick gauntlets that seemed too big for their size.

Rynar threw a few test punches, cracking the air faintly. "Feels light... but really solid."

Rynor kicked once, smiling wide. "And fast. I can move really fast in this suit."

Garion nodded, looking pleased.

"Exactly. You two fight with fists and kicks, not fancy weapons. Those gauntlets and boots will boost your strikes and speed."

Rynar flexed his arm with a grin. "Got it. Guess it's time to show the clan what real strength looks like."

Rynor laughed. "Hope they're ready for the thunder and flame show."

Garion nodded, looking really satisfied. "Good. Now, don't just look strong. Prove it."

While the twins admired their new gear, Dahlia and the girls stood nearby, watching.

Eliza frowned slightly. "Why do their new suits look so... open?"

Clara nodded, crossing her arms. "Yeah, they're showing off half their abs."

Rynor turned with a grin. "Because it's called style, little sister. Gotta let the world see the results of our training."

Rynar laughed and flexed. "And it helps us move better. You jealous?"

Dahlia sighed, shaking her head with a half-smile. "You two never change."

Garion chuckled quietly, slipping his hands into his pockets.

"There's your answer, girls. Form and function. Besides," he said with a grin, "a little confidence never hurt performance."

Rynar and Rynor bumped fists, sparks flickering around them.

Garion then turned toward the arena. "Now go... It's showtime. Go and make history."

The twins nodded as they went down the flying ship and went to the arena.

Dahlia watched them go, smiling faintly. "Don't lose, you idiot twins!"

From behind her, Garion's voice was calm and sure. "They won't."

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The announcer climbed the raised platform in the center of the arena and then raised his voice loudly.

"Welcome back to the Revalis Clan's yearly youth tournament! Sixteen contestants remain. Fighters, prepare yourselves!"

A cheer rose, then fell into excited whispers around. The announcer's grin was wide as he looked at the competitors.

On one side of the ring, Rovric and Ragric stood tall, preparing themselves.

Rovric's hand rested lightly on his sword's hilt. Ragric's spear pointed at the ground.

They also turned toward the twins with a smirk and began to mock them.

Rovric's voice was low but loud enough for the twins to hear.

"So... you two didn't run off again, huh?"

Rynar flexed one fist and grinned.

"We didn't run the first time. That was just a strategic retreat."

He bumped Rynor's shoulder, then pointed down at the ground.

"Today we're finishing you off."

Rynor laughed, loud and bright, and jabbed a finger back at Rovric.

"Yep. Time to kick some pride out of you."

Rovric's smile sharpened.

"You two talk big and also... quite funny, considering you never beat us before."

Ragric laughed and nodded, agreeing with Rovric.

"Then or now... it doesn't matter. You two will lose and crawl under our feet."

Rynar didn't back down. He stepped forward, chin up and with the same grin on his face, and snorted.

"You think so? You'll see later if what we said is the truth or not."

Ragric pushed his spear forward once and threatened him casually.

"We don't need to prove it. We already know we're better. The truth will show itself soon enough."

The crowd murmured, half amused, half tense. The announcer's smile twitched. He raised both hands quickly.

"Alright, alright! Let's calm down, everyone. Please don't start fighting before the match even begins."

Rovric sighed, spun his sword once, and turned away, walking back to his side.

"Fine. Let's end this trash talk. Don't need to waste on you both."

Ragric followed, still spinning his spear with lazy confidence.

But the twins didn't move.

Rynar stood tall with his arms crossed, eyes locked on their opponents. Rynor leaned slightly forward, his grin stretching wider.

The announcer frowned.

"You two… Are you going to move or just stand there all day?"

The twins stayed silent for a moment, then glanced at each other. A small, knowing smirk passed between them.

Rynar raised his hand.

"Excuse us, announcer. We've got something to say before we start."

The man blinked, confused. "Eh? Uh… what is it?"

He forced a nervous smile as the entire crowd leaned closer, curious.

Rynor stepped forward with that playful grin of his. "It's just a quick thing. Won't take long."

The announcer rubbed his temple. "Fine, fine. Make it quick."

Meanwhile, up in the floating ship above the arena, Dahlia leaned forward by the window, watching the whole thing unfold.

Her lips curved into a smirk. "Oh... they're going to say it. It will be really fun."

Garion stood beside her, arms crossed, eyes half-lidded like he'd seen this a hundred times.

He exhaled slowly through his nose. "I already know where this is going."

Dahlia chuckled. "You're not going to stop them?"

Garion's smirk appeared. "Why would I? This will make it even more interesting."

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