At last, Book Elder could show off for once in front of Lin Huo, that Little Monster who defied all reason.
Book Elder's mood had improved considerably. Joy and satisfaction were written all over his face.
Then he remembered how unnaturally clever Lin Huo was. The boy would probably guess the answer soon.
Afraid he would lose his chance to show off, Book Elder stopped keeping him in suspense. "Little Huo, did you know that while the power to burn life force is formidable, it comes with a danger of its own?
"The life force your flames ignite burns inside the target's body. That means it also gives the target tremendous power for a short time."
Book Elder paused and thought of an example.
"Let me put it this way. Some Soul Masters have Soul Skills that draw on their Soul Power, spirit, or life force to gain a brief but powerful boost.
"The life-burning effect of your Seven-Colored Rainbow Flame works much the same way.
"And because your Flame of Life burns life force so quickly, its target will gain power far beyond the ordinary for a short time.
"You must remember that. Don't let an empowered enemy turn the tables when their back is against the wall."
"No! That is not so, my lord's guardian. I'm afraid your concern is misplaced."
Before Book Elder could savor his moment any longer, the Rainbowflame Dragon, silent until now, suddenly spoke up and pulled the rug out from under him.
The smug smile had yet to leave Book Elder's face when the Rainbowflame Dragon dealt another blow.
"Neither we Rainbowflame Dragons nor Colorflame Dragons can burn an enemy's life force with our Flame of Life.
"But we can control how our Flame of Life burns our own life force to heal