Kled thought about the name for a moment, then said uncertainly,
"LeBlanc? I think I've heard of her. She was a powerful mage from a long time ago, wasn't she? What about her?"
"She's still alive and active in Noxus today. She's the Pale Lady, the leader of the Black Rose you killed earlier."
"You're saying the Pale Lady is LeBlanc? Impossible. I first heard that name at least six hundred years ago. Never mind the limits of your lifespans—even if she really did use some kind of Dark Magic to live this long, Xiao Riven killed her. I saw it with my own eyes."
"If she managed to survive until now, how could she have been captured and killed so easily? Sorry to trouble you, but when you return, please warn Darius to be careful."
"You're an interesting kid. Why are you suddenly so concerned about Noxus? Forget it. I don't feel like listening to your explanation. I'll pass along the warning. Anything else?"
"No, that's all. Take care."
"Take care, my ass!" Kled turned to leave, but after a few steps, he looked back. "Ah, whatever. I really do like you, so I'll make an exception and teach you Uniform Strength. I hope you'll give me more surprises next time we meet!"
What an unexpected windfall—Kled was going to teach me Uniform Strength! I'd already experienced just how powerful it was!
Kled had a short temper, so naturally he wasn't much of a teacher. His explanation of Uniform Strength left me completely confused. Fortunately, Teacher Li had taught me quite a bit about force before, so I wasn't entirely without a clue.
Halfway through, he saw that I only had a vague understanding and grew even more impatient. I couldn't exactly tell him how I felt, either. How