Julian had been walking side by side with Sefi for a while when she finally spoke, her voice tinged with nervousness. "W-When can we start… master?"
Julian thought for a moment before answering, "Tomorrow. We'll start training right away, the sooner, the better."
Sefi's eyes lit up with determination. "Alright! I'll do my best!"
Julian, still looking ahead, gave a faint smile. "That's the spirit. And… you're not plain at all, you know."
The moment those words reached her ears, Sefi's cheeks turned crimson. She quickly averted her gaze, mumbling, "I… see…" Her voice trembled slightly, betraying her nerves.
After a small pause, she added softly, "Thank you…"
They continued down the quiet, moonlit street, their footsteps echoing faintly in the stillness of the night.
The next morning, training began in earnest.
On the far side of the field, Emma lunged at Veronica with a fierce punch, her voice brimming with excitement.
"Don't get cocky just because you won duel!"
