This was not merely a matter of wielding a sword. It was about understanding the sword.
Ghislaine darted and weaved, retreating several yards as her beastlike eyes stayed fixed on Roa.
Ghislaine let out a breath. She could tell that her movements had already been seen through.
Unless she could overwhelm him with speed and strength, it would be difficult to defeat him.
That was what Ghislaine thought, and in truth, she was right.
By now, the passive effect of Sword Heart had been fully activated.
Roa's mind was crystal clear, his concentration razor-sharp. He had entered a state that was difficult to describe.
At the same time, lines of prompts appeared in Roa's system.
[After engaging in special combat, your skill—Sword Heart—has been activated] [Your understanding of the way of the sword has deepened!] [Your skill Sword Heart has leveled up] [Sword Heart (Level 2): Passive Skill] [Effect: All sword attacks are 20% more powerful. Your understanding of swordsmanship increases slightly. In a duel, there is a chance to trigger See Through] [See Through: For a short time, see through your opponent's next attack (consumes mental energy)]
Roa was now in the See Through state. In theory, no matter how his opponent moved, he could dodge her next attack and deliver a fatal blow in return.
Ghislaine frowned as she adjusted her position again and again, circling Roa. Her imposing aura kept growing, as she tried to use it to make him lose his composure. If he faltered for even an instant, the outcome of the fight would be decided.
But Roa remained unmoved. With Sword Heart bolstering him, he had entered a state of total concentration, his eyes fixed solely on Ghislaine.
Ghislaine frowned. She hadn't expected her opponent to be so troublesome. With no opening