Matt was glad he acted in time to defend against the oncoming attack, but he was only able to protect Leiko with his range. But it seemed Noboru was the only one who had been hit and seemed to have started acting strange.
He then heard Rui's orders and acted.

Not knowing exactly what was going on anymore Nobo seemed afraid but all Matt could do is attack.
"HEY FLOWER BITCH CAN YOU HANDLE THE HEAT [AGIALO]" Matt seemed to have gotten over having to fight a flower pretty easily but it was probably what was making so agitated right now.
at the same time it seemed Noboru had kicked into gear and was ready to fight.