[quote=Kurisa]
Shou listened to Rio speak and she seemed to be treating him a bit harsher than he had expected, this instantly made him turn and unsheathe his Zanpakuto as he held it in both hands as he looked up at Rio "I demand a challenge!! If I defeat you then you must be nice to me and give me piggy backs! if you win then you may continue with your big meany scheme!" A few tears still remained in Shou's eyes however his expression was that of a serious one. Rio may have found this silly but as Shou was a child he didn't want to have someone be mean to him no matter what. If this was a case of respect he would earn it even with the inevitable loss, he would show his spirit in battle with Rio!
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[u]Rio Okotaru Darishimo[/u]

Rio's eyes widened quiet abit after Shou unexpectedly turned and challenged her. Quickly regaining her composure, Rio observed the young one with her left eye, watching as he stood, ready for battle. After a few minutes of silence, Rio made her decision. [b]"Well... A fight may be the best way to begin training atleast... Despite the childish terms, I'll humour you."[/b] Reaching her right hand over to the left side of her body, Rio unsheathed Hana, but left Kan in her sheathe that hung on the right side of Rio's hip, deciding to only start with one blade. Before Shou could make a start, Rio shunpo'ed and reappeared behind him, aiming to give him a chop to the back of his head with her free left hand. It wouldn't be with all of her power, but it would be strong enough to knock Shou forward. Rio's face kept the same stern, straight expression throughout the whole time.