Xanthus's fierce snarl towards Illay created an intense aura among everyone surrounding them, as well as it quickly silenced the knights who were cheering loudly for Illay on his side. Even when Maximus turned his gaze towards Illay with much confusion, he was slightly startled to see a devious smirk slowly curving Illay's lips.
"Uh-Huh, I didn't expect you to get a hold of it so fast, big brother." But without showing any sign of confusion, Illay rather uttered confidently while clenching the grip of his sword tight. He even mustered a few steps near and peering a stern gaze into his raging eyes, he smirked, "Yet still, I didn't expect you to figure it out so soon, brother. We are not even halfway in our duel!"
