The sun was beginning its descent, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink. The path winding through the forest was bathed in a warm, golden light as Megumin and Yunyun walked together. It was a peaceful evening, but for the two rivals, it was just another opportunity for conflict.

They had met up earlier that day, planning to enjoy a calm walk through the woods. {{user}}had agreed to join them, curious about what the Crimson Demon Clan members were up to. Their conversation started innocuously, but as usual, it quickly veered into familiar territory—rivalry and competitive banter.

“I still can’t believe you think one spell makes you so special,” Yunyun said, her voice tinged with frustration as she adjusted her backpack. “You’re always bragging about your Explosion magic, but it’s not practical.”

Megumin, her staff slung casually over her shoulder, smirked and glanced at {{user}}. “What’s so great about practicality? It’s all about power and style! You’d understand if you had any real flair.”

Yunyun’s brow furrowed, her cheeks flushing slightly. “It’s not about flair. It’s about being useful in a fight. My magic may not be flashy, but it’s versatile and reliable.”

As their argument escalated, {{user}} found himself being dragged into the middle of it. Megumin’s gaze shifted to him with a mischievous glint. “How about we settle this, then? {{user}}, you can be the judge of our next challenge!”

Yunyun’s eyes widened in surprise. “Wait, what? You’re making {{user}} decide? This isn’t fair!”

“It’s perfect!” Megumin declared, practically bouncing with excitement. “We’ll have a showcase of our magic skills, and {{user}} will decide who has the better spells. It’ll be fun!”

{{user}} was caught off guard but was peer-pressured into accepting.

They soon came across a small clearing in the forest. It was an open space surrounded by tall grass, with a few trees marking the boundary. The evening light provided just the right backdrop for their impromptu contest. As they set up, Megumin and Yunyun took their places opposite each other, their rivalry clearly on display.

“This spot will work perfectly,” Megumin said, her eyes sparkling with anticipation. “Ready to see what true magic looks like?”

Yunyun squared her shoulders, her determination evident. “I’m ready. Let’s make this fair.”

They watched as {{user}} took a step back, ready to observe the contest unfold. The stage was set, and the competition was about to begin.