Chapter 1850: Chapter 1640: Special Training 2
Chapter 1850: Chapter 1640: Special Training 2
Chapter 1850: Chapter 1640: Special Training 2
The golems charged forward in formation, and Saeko was ready. With a single, swift movement, she unsheathed her katana and lunged forward, meeting the front lines head-on. Her blade cut through the air in fluid, rapid strikes, each swing accompanied by a gust of wind that amplified the reach of her attacks. She moved with deadly grace, carving through the golems in controlled arcs that left no room for error.
Gracier continued to fire from the rear, her arrows shifting shape mid-flight to suit the needs of the moment. One arrow became a blazing serpent that slithered through the ranks of golems, detonating with a fiery burst that sent their stone fragments scattering. Another arrow split into a rain of fiery sparks, blanketing a group of golems in flames that slowed their advance and forced them to scatter.
The two moved in perfect synchronization, their strengths complementing each other seamlessly. When a group of golems managed to flank Saeko from the side, Gracier quickly adjusted, firing an arrow that morphed into a spinning fire disc, slicing through the line of enemies before exploding into a wave of heat that bought Saeko time to reposition.
In return, Saeko kept the pressure on the golems that slipped through Gracier's range, her movements a blur as she slashed through the waves of advancing foes. When she needed cover, Gracier provided it with well-timed volleys, her flame arrows forming walls or barriers of fire that restricted the golems' movements, giving Saeko a brief moment to breathe and reposition.
As they fought, Gracier tested new shapes and patterns with her arrows. One transformed into a fiery phoenix that swooped over the battlefield, scorching a path through the ranks of golems. Another shot split into a ring of fire that encircled a group of golems, trapping them within until Saeko could move in for the final blow.
The exercise reached a fevered pace, with golems advancing in larger numbers, forcing Gracier and Saeko to rely even more on their teamwork. At one point, Saeko gave a sharp command, signaling Gracier to fire an arrow that created a burst of flame in front of her. Saeko leaped through the flames, her katana slicing through the heat as she launched herself into the thick of the enemy formation, taking advantage of the brief distraction caused by the fire to cut down the golems in quick succession.
Hours passed as they honed their tactics, testing each other's limits and refining their strategy. By the end of the session, the ground was littered with the shattered remnants of countless golems, the air heavy with the lingering heat from Gracier's arrows and the faint, sharp scent of scorched stone.
Gracier nodded, her face flushed with the thrill of their training. "I don't think I've ever had to keep up with someone this fast before."
Saeko smiled, sliding her katana back into its sheath. "Same here. You're relentless with that bow."
They both laughed, the camaraderie that had grown between them making the exhaustion worthwhile. The evening sky above was calm and quiet, a stark contrast to the intensity of their training. The distant stars began to twinkle as the two warriors sat down to rest once more, cooling off as they watched the sun dip below the horizon.
After a few minutes, Gracier turned to Saeko, her expression thoughtful. "When the real battles come, we won't get to call a break like this."
Saeko nodded, her gaze steady. "That's why we train as hard as we can now. So that when the time comes, we're ready."
They shared a moment of silence, both feeling the weight of the battles to come. But now, under the first stars of the evening, their resolve was unwavering. With a final nod, they stood and began to gather their things, knowing that tomorrow would bring another day of intense
training.
As they walked back to camp, side by side, Gracier spoke up with a grin. "Next time, I'm definitely landing a hit on you."
Saeko smirked, a playful glint in her eye. "I'd like to see you try."
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