Chapter 103: Bella Vs. Oliver

Chapter 103: Bella Vs. Oliver

Chapter 103

'Oh no, I used too much force—'

Bang!

The fists collided, and both were flung backward due to the sheer impact of the collision.

'Urk!'

Bella's expression shifted as she inspected her fingers in surprise. It was an expected reaction, after all.

'They are numb.'

Moments ago, she had exerted a significant amount of force unintentionally due to the sudden situation. She intended to apologize, but who would have expected that he would not only counter her but emerge unscathed?

And since her fingers felt this way, didn't that indicate the force behind his counter was equal to or greater than hers?

Oliver appeared as calm as before, as if he did not even feel any pain or numbness from the previous collision.

'This guy...'

Bella's face broke into a wide smile. She could tell from his expression that he did not feel anything from the previous impact, but her fist was burning as if she had hit a heavy boulder.

'He is not weak at all.'

She had to admit this one thing.

Earlier, when she tried to gauge his strength, his espera was barely above average, so she had underestimated him a little. Despite being taught not to disrespect her opponents, she still did it inadvertently.

And she paid the price. Had he wanted to, he could have easily injured her with her guard lowered.

She had not given it her all and held back in case she might injure him accidentally.

She had just witnessed his sister's strength, and it was her mistake to underestimate him even after that.

Was she becoming arrogant due to her background? She should not forget that the person in front of her was not of any inferior background either. Just in terms of background alone, he was on par with her.

She let out a laugh while looking at him, "I am sorry for underestimating you earlier. I will not hold back anymore."

Oliver stared at her with calm eyes. He didn't understand why was she apologizing.

Bella cracked her knuckles as she rushed forward, but this time with greater speed and strength.

He hurriedly turned around and jumped to the side, dodging the kick to his side by a hair's breadth.

His left ear felt a ringing sensation as the wind generated by the kick went past him.

He looked at the opponent and saw she had a frown on her forehead.

He did not indulge her any longer. It was time to finish this. Since he knew if he stalled her any longer, she might truly get pissed off.

The only reason he had been delaying this was to get some hints about her martial art technique.

He didn't want her to awaken some broken ability in the middle of the fight due to him.

Bella looked at him and saw his eyes suddenly turn sharp. She knew that he was going to attack for the first time now.

So, instead of rushing at him, she quickly assumed a defensive stance.

There was an eerie silence around them except for the rhythmic tapping of Oliver's footsteps as he walked towards her like he was taking a stroll in the park.

Tap Tap Tap

Bella tensed. She was expecting him to surprise her again with his blinding speed. She was keeping an eye on him while also being ready to counter if he sneaked up behind her.

Her heart pounded in her chest, the sound almost deafening in the silent arena. The anticipation was like a coiled spring inside her, ready to snap at any moment. She knew better than to underestimate him again, and the stillness around them only heightened the tension.

But contrary to her expectations, he did not do that. Rather, he was simply walking up to her.

His movements were unhurried, almost casual, yet every step he took seemed to echo with purpose. He appeared to be full of openings that even a kid could attack him, but Bella knew better.

He was a walking bait, enticing his opponents to pounce on him only to realize that he was the predator in bait's disguise.

Tap Tap Tap

The distance between them closed, and Bella could see the minute details of his face, the slight narrowing of his eyes, the controlled breath, each signifying an underlying strength.

Not to mention, she found his eyes quite beautiful... they looked magical and hypnotic.

Oliver was now very close to Bella. The distance between them was minimal. She was still in a defensive stance, not moving an inch.

Oliver stretched his hand back, and under Bella's narrowed gaze, at an insane speed, attacked her directly.

Bella was amazed at the speed, but she was prepared.

BANG!

'Ugh-!'