And standing across from him, about thirty feet away, was crimson_shower.
She looked even more striking in person—if "in person" was the right term for virtual avatars. The cream and gold gown flowed around her as if caught in a gentle breeze that didn't seem to affect anything else in the environment. Her brown horns curved elegantly from her temples, catching what little light there was and seeming to glow faintly. Her face was beautiful but cold, her expression utterly neutral as she regarded him.
Jelo, suddenly felt awkward since he had not done this before.
He decided to try being friendly. Maybe establish some rapport before they tried to beat each other senseless. "Hey," he called out, raising one hand in greeting. "Thanks for accepting the match. This is my first fight, so.."
"Are you here to make friends or to fight?" crimson_shower interrupted, her voice sharp and cutting through his attempt at pleasantries.
