Zachary flashed a sly grin. "Some argue that military strategy and martial arts are two different things. I'm curious if you are the master of combat, or is it my martial arts that will shine?"

His words excited the onlookers as they sensed a challenge brewing.

It was clear that a duel was going to happen. Christopher was best in strategy and tactics, while Zachary had few rivals in martial arts within the Balerno.

Zachary had publicly challenged Christopher, and declining it would ruin Chris