Chapter 82 - A Bully
He thrust. My halberd turned, deflecting the spear with a resounding clank. The impact rattled my arms, but my opponent faltered. My parry swung toward his shoulder while my halberd screeched against his spear shaft, sending sparks flying.
The borrowed horse stumbled, nearly throwing me off. I tightened my grip and forced myself to stay seated. For real, my stamina was the real enemy here, not the rider, not even the horse.
The student roared, unleashing musou attacks. His spear jabbed in rapid succession. Each strike glowed faint red. That warning told me I couldn't parry them.
With the strength of my core, I tilted my body, leaning to the side of the horse. His jabs pierced nothing but air.
While I was off balance, my horse slowed, letting him surge ahead. Shifting my weight, I pulled myself upright again.
"W-What?!"
His eyes widened as I closed in behind him. He clearly hadn't learned the "Dog Fight" tactic in horseback battles. Well, I had.
