The Bet
She commented, embittered.
Matthew thought that she was joking, but it seemed she was completely clueless. Probably she saw her brother and his team for the first time.
“There is nothing wrong with it, Elen. I trained kendo for years.” Matthew confessed.
“Really?” She was truly surprised, as he didn't look like somebody who liked that kind of masquerade. “Is it a fighting style indeed?”
“Yes. Kendo is a martial arts sport that derives directly from the true martial arts, kenjutsu, which has been practiced in Japan since the 11th century.” He paused for a moment to make sure if he still had a listener.