The combat training stretched past lunchtime, but both Melissa and Liam kept up with it without taking breaks or uttering a single complaint.
That first lesson hadn't even been too physically demanding. It had only consisted of a succession of battle stances meant to carve new fighting habits, which Liam had completed without breaking a sweat.
Naturally, the same didn't apply to Melissa, but the Disciplinary Elder's loud words took priority over her state.
"That's it for today!" The Elder announced. "Tomorrow, we'll cover defensive stances. Footwork will follow, and we'll continue like this until you are ready for combat exercises!"
The Elder directly disappeared after those words, which Liam couldn't help but study. He had witnessed a similar event several times already, and the recent talk about his new potential enemy prevented him from ignoring it.
