Ryoma reaches up and begins loosening the strap of one glove, tugging it free with his teeth as he turns slightly toward Satoru.
"Keep going," he says. "Shadowboxing. Same rhythm."
Satoru nods immediately and resumes the pendulum motion, his feet rocking left and right across the canvas as he flicks light jabs into the empty air.
But before Ryoma can fully remove the glove, Sergei lifts a hand lightly.
"No need," the Russian says. "Don't let me interrupt your training."
His tone is calm, almost casual. Then he turns his head slightly toward the edge of the gym floor where Sera is already approaching.
"I'd like to speak with Kenji Nakahara."
Sera pauses for a brief moment, then bows his head slightly in acknowledgment.
"Of course," he says. "Please allow me."
Sergei gives a short nod. Without another word, the two of them begin walking toward the office.
