"Alright… time to test this knight's ability." Javier muttered, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
In the open field near his workshop, Javier held his sword at the ready. The puppet knight stood tall, hand resting on the hilt of its sheathed sword, motionless yet imposing.
"Command: Defend yourself!" Javier declared.
The puppet knight sprang to life, drawing its sword in a fluid motion. Javier dashed forward, swinging his blade toward its torso.
Clang!
The puppet expertly parried the attack. Javier grinned. "Nice reflexes! This is impressive!"
Suddenly, a sharp voice echoed across the field.
"Young master!! Get back!!!"
"Huh?" Javier blinked, turning toward the source.
Before he could respond, Liana appeared like a whirlwind, her dual blades glinting in the sunlight as she charged at the puppet knight.
"Liana, wait—!" Javier tried to stop her, but she was already in full combat mode.
