From his position, Ren exchanged a final glance with Min and Taro. They needed no words; they had discussed their strategy enough and knew each strength and weakness of their opponents.
Jin, Kai, and Cass entered from the opposite side. Unlike the previous day, Jin didn't display his usual arrogant confidence. His face reflected intense concentration, almost fierce, betraying how much this battle meant to him.
"Remember the plan," Cass murmured to her companions as they took position. "Jin, neutralize Taro. Kai, take care of distracting the rotten one. I'll keep an eye on Min; my eyes won't be fooled by his camouflage if I see where he steps."
Jin nodded, his eyes remaining fixed on Taro. The beetle represented the only Bronze beast on the opposing team, a tangible threat unlike Min and Ren's 'weak' Iron-rank creatures.
Even so, he couldn't underestimate Ren after what he'd seen the previous day.
