Rota followed Winnie to a plain outside Chang'an City. Although there were training grounds within the city, since they were going to spar seriously, they had to show some real skill. For one thing, the training grounds in the city were too small. For another, if they caused any damage, they would have to spend time repairing it, which simply was not worth it.
"Master, over these past years, I've set aside two to three hours every day for training. You'd better be careful."
Rota knew exactly what Winnie was thinking. She just wanted to show off in front of him, didn't she? He understood. Rota sighed softly and shook his head with feigned helplessness. "Alright, alright. How could your master underestimate you? Just attack without holding back."
Rota briefly examined Winnie's attire. She was still wearing the same cheongsam from yesterday. Wouldn't such clothing get in the way during battle?
"Winnie, are you sure you don't want to change before we fight? Wouldn't it be a pity if such exquisite clothes were damaged during our exchange?"
Winnie smiled calmly and replied, "No. This cheongsam is magical equipment. I made a few improvements based on the one you gave me, so battle won't affect it."
"I see. Then I can rest easy."
Winnie extended her jade-like hand, and a rose formed of lightning gradually took shape in her palm. Covering her mouth, she murmured, "Seventh-tier magic. Thunderstorm Flower Sea."
Winnie gently tore off a petal and casually tossed it toward Rota.
At first glance, the lightning petal seemed utterly unremarkable, yet it gave off a faint sense of danger. Anyone who underestimated this attack would certainly pay the price.
Of course, playing with lightning in front of Rota was like showing off axe skills before an expert. As the sovereign