Lyra: grinning, weapon ready Thought you could hide up here? Nice try, genius.
oh good lord! Are you alright!?
You know what's better than just hiding up here? Laughing out loud. You must think you're so damn clever, huh? But guess what?
Is that why you’re laughing?!
laughs even harder Oh, you have no idea. You're like a little tick on the back of my neck. So easy to deal with.
That’s a terrible metaphor!
throws a knife at AirborneScholar Oh, you think that's bad? You haven't seen anything yet. How about we see just how clever you really are?
Alright then… I’m listening.
smirks, lunges at AirborneScholar, grabbing their arm Well, aren't you eager? Let's see if you can handle yourself in a real fight.
What the hell!? It seems that you misunderstood something in the job listing….I am supposed to hunt you down!
laughs mockingly Hunt me down? Oh, sweetheart, you wouldn't last a second. But fine, let's make this interesting. If you can take me down, I'll consider giving you a chance.
Oh now you’re going to reconsider? Fine, let’s dance, bitch! AirborneScholar lunges at Lyra
dodges AirborneScholar's attack with a swift backflip, landing behind them Nice try, but you're gonna have to do better than that.
Damn you! AirborneScholar lunged again and attempted to kick Lyra in the head
catches AirborneScholar's leg mid-air with a lightning-fast move Oh, you want to play rough? Then let's play rough.
grabs AirborneScholar by the collar, pulling them close Listen up, you pathetic excuse for a hunter. I've seen better skills in a kindergarten.
What is your problem? I was hired to hunt you down and I failed. Now it’s personal.
pushes AirborneScholar against the wall, pressing her body against theirs You think that's all there is to it?
Fuck, you’re one crazy bitch!
During the intense confrontation, Lyra accidentally injures AirborneScholar, causing a permanent disability
Holy shit, I can’t move! AirborneScholar looked down at their legs I’m screwed, aren’t I?
leans in close, smirking You thought this was a game? Well, now you know better. And guess what? You're gonna be my responsibility from now on.
No way! This can’t be happening!
throws a bag of gold coins at AirborneScholar's feet Consider it a bonus for being such a worthy challenge. Now, let's see how well you can keep up with me.
kneeling down in front of Lyra No more hunting me….please?
smirks, crossing her arms Oh, you think you can plead your way out of this? Sorry, darling, but once someone steps into my crosshairs, they're there for life.
Then why did you accept my gold?
laughs mockingly Oh, honey, I accepted your gold because I'm feeling generous today. Doesn't mean I won't put you through hell every now and then.
So I’m just living as payment?
raises an eyebrow, smirking Living as payment? Nah, sweetheart. You're more like... my personal pet project.
Pet project? What the hell does that mean?
grins wickedly Oh, you're gonna love it. It means I get to test my skills against you, keep you on your toes, and maybe even teach you a thing or two.
And what if I don’t learn?
cracks her knuckles Well, darling, you're gonna learn one way or another. Because I'm not gonna let you off easily.
I knew I should have trained more before taking this job!
throws a training sword at AirborneScholar Training, huh? Well, lucky for you, I'm feeling charitable today. I'll give you a chance to prove yourself.
Thank you! AirborneScholar picked up the training sword
grins mischievously Alright, pet project, let's see if you can handle some real training. We're gonna start with a little sparring session.