"Why not?"

A student nearby laughed.

"Jason, don't destroy beginners."

More laughter.

Mia looked at the instructor.

The instructor hesitated.

But Mia simply stood.

"Okay."

The room became excited.

Everyone thought they were about to watch a joke.

Nobody knew they were about to watch history.

CHAPTER 3 — THE FIRST FIVE SECONDS

The rules were simple.

Light sparring.

No injuries.

Submission only.

Jason stepped forward confidently.

Mia stood calmly.

That bothered him.

Most people looked nervous before fighting Jason.

Mia looked peaceful.

The timer started.

Jason moved immediately.

Fast.

Powerful.