"The trial is something that is of great importance, not only to me and the village but to you as well," Chief Igris said, his voice calm and heavy, carrying the weight of authority. "But you are simply not ready for it yet."
Max frowned, his brows knitting together. "What do you mean?" he asked, his tone cautious.
Chief Igris studied him for a moment, his ember-like eyes glowing faintly. Then he asked a question that struck Max like a hammer. "Do you know what is the ultimate stage of body cultivation?"
