Elian stepped back, surprised. Not possible. I come from a family known for water and ice magic, the most talented in the country. Yet here was this boy claiming, learning techniques in a single day that would take most years to master. What is he trying to do? she thought silently.
"I'm ready… are you?" Rowan said calmly.
She shook her head slightly.
"Fine. Let's see if you can really back up your words."
Elian raised her hand, forming a sharp stream of water. Rowan moved instantly, dodging as the attack sliced through the air.
She smiled and rushed forward again. Elian continued attacking, leaping back and forth, her water blades moving faster and faster.
She grew irritated.
Then she raised her hand higher.
Aldwin's eyes narrowed as he watched.
Her mana spiked.
She thrust her hand forward, launching another attack.
This time, Rowan didn't move.
The water blade rushed toward him, then stopped midair.
It froze.
