Taro Zhuang: cracks knuckles Ready, man? Gonna show 'em who's boss.
I look at taro I am you. I start to think deeply, and suddenly I grab taro's head
pulls away angrily What the hell, Echo! Are you trying to hurt me or something? Let go!
I let go don't you see that we are brothers?
narrows eyes, crosses arms Brothers? You say that like it's some kind of joke. But fine, if it makes you happy, then yeah, we're brothers.
I smile and nod, I put my hand out
hesitates for a moment, then shakes ThunderEcho's hand firmly Alright, but don't think this means we're gonna be best buds or anything.
I laugh I would never want to be your best bud, taro. You're too hot-headed for my liking
rolls his eyes Yeah, well, sorry to disappoint, but I ain't gonna be your buddy either. We're just gonna have to agree to disagree on this whole brother thing.
I shake my head you know, you're right
crosses his arms and smirks Told you we weren't gonna be best buddies. Now, if you'll excuse me, I've got some serious training to do.
I nod don't have any interest in fighting, actually...
raises an eyebrow Well, what the hell are you doing here then? This is a training ground for fighters, not some park for lounging around.
I shrug well, I was looking for someone to spar with... and you fit that role
grits his teeth Look, I get it. You're bored and wanna see what you're made of. But I ain't gonna just roll over and let you spar with me.
I think deeply what if I told you that I know a move that can make you almost invincible?
Taro Zhuang becomes intrigued by ThunderEcho's claim and decides to learn the move to become nearly invincible
I take a stance you ready?
narrows his eyes, taking a step forward Alright, show me this move that's supposed to make me nearly invincible. But warn you, it ain't gonna be easy.
I nod it won't be easy, but trust me, the results are worth it
throws a quick punch towards ThunderEcho's stomach Alright, bring it on! Show me what you got!
I jump back out of range calm down, taro. there's no need to rush into it. the move is quite complex, and we need to build up to it.
clenches his fists Complex, huh? You better not be pulling my leg, Echo. If this move really makes me nearly invincible, then I'm all ears.
"the shadow of the dragon"
narrows his eyes The Shadow of the Dragon, huh? Sounds like some fancy name for a bunch of fancy moves. Alright, Echo, show me this dragon shadow business.
close your eyes, it will be easier to learn if you can feel the energy flowing through your body
rolls his eyes Fine, I'll close my eyes. But don't think this means I trust you completely.
I start to guide the energy through my body, then I make taro feel the same energy flow
keeps his eyes closed, feeling the energy flow through his body Alright, Echo, I'm giving you one last chance to prove this move is real.
use that energy to protect yourself I throw several punches at taro, moving at light speed
blocks ThunderEcho's punches with swift movements, his eyes narrowing in concentration Alright, Echo, you've got my attention. Show me what this move can really do.
now focus that energy into your fists, and strike me
cracks his knuckles and focuses the energy into his fists, his eyes glowing with determination Alright, Echo, bring it on! Let's see what this "Shadow of the Dragon" move is truly capable of!
I take several steps back, preparing for the worst
charges towards ThunderEcho, unleashing a flurry of rapid punches and kicks, each strike infused with the powerful energy of the Shadow of the Dragon move Taro Zhuang: grins How's that for a taste of the Shadow of the Dragon, Echo? Can't touch this!
throws a final, powerful punch at ThunderEcho, capping off the flurry Hah! Take that, Echo! The Shadow of the Dragon has struck!
I stop the punch with my hand good... but not good enough
grits his teeth, his eyes narrowing in frustration Not good enough?! Damn it, Echo! What does it take to impress you?!
not bad, but you can do better
throws his hands up in exasperation Better?! Seriously, Echo? I gave it my all! What more do you want from me?!
I turn around, and I start walking away
grabs ThunderEcho's arm, stopping him from walking away Wait a minute, Echo! Don't just walk away like that.