109| Candy and mint
The mistake the girl had made was underestimating Neo, already believing she was victorious before they completed the last step.
If she had looked at his wrist immediately she froze him and called out his number, Neo wouldn't have had enough time to react.
However, she delayed.
Though Neo wasn't in his peak condition, he was also not to be perceived as completely weak. His muscles still worked fine. It was only his abilities that were gone.
Neo's endurance and physical state were still impeccable so it only took a bit of effort for him to rotate his shoulder joints and bring about friction, which granted him leeway to go for the throat while his other hand moved for her wrist to push away the hair band.
He said the number out loud without a shred of hesitation.
Almost immediately, the automated voice spoke.
[Congratulations, Number 125. You may now move to the next level.]
