Audiences gasped, eyes wide, as Logan crossed the distance between him and Rowan in the blink of an eye. It happened so fast, many didn't even see his movement—only the boom behind him and the blur that followed.
But before his punch could land, it was stopped mid-air.
A ripple of shock passed through the arena.
Logan's eyes widened. Rowan had caught him by the wrist—effortlessly. His palm buzzed with lightning as well, meeting Logan's force with equal energy.
The grip released a second later, and Logan reacted fast. He leapt back, landing smoothly.
"There goes your free chance. Next time you offer yourself to me like this, you won't be this lucky," Rowan said, voice calm but firm.
Logan blinked, then looked at his wrist. He was genuinely surprised.
"Ready for the next round? Or are you planning on staying amazed the whole day?"
