These three questions hit Kuren like heavy blows, leaving him slightly taken aback.
These three questions were not just blows, but also resounding cries. Each blow was accompanied by a cry, and not only did Kuren fail to counter, but he was also momentarily stunned by these outbursts.
Indeed, why was all this happening?
It was evident that Igor had done a great deal of homework for this challenge; he had come prepared. Kuren, though momentarily caught off guard, composed himself and realized these questions were, in fact, within his expectations.
Of course, these three blows did cause a minor injury. While the damage was negligible, the pain was tangible. This pain brought with it a hint of humiliation. He had always regarded Igor as a naive child who understood nothing, but now it seemed that innocent children were not necessarily ignorant.
