The Weather Witch's Methods

Sabre and Lin Hai's spar ended in a mutually acknowledged "draw." The two exchanged smiles and walked together toward the spectators at the edge of the field. That brilliant match had left everyone thoroughly exhilarated.

Zheng Xian was the first to approach. He patted Sabre on the shoulder, his tone full of approval. "Sabre, that was well fought. As expected of one of S.P.E.A.R.'s finest. Your fighting skills have improved considerably."

Those words were both praise and reassurance, showing that he fully understood and approved of Sabre's performance.

Then he looked at Peter and Lin Hai, his gaze filled with admiration. "You two young men have truly opened my eyes. Mr. Parker's physical prowess and reaction speed perfectly embody what it means to be exceptionally gifted."

Finally, his gaze settled on Lin Hai and grew more profound. "But Lin Hai, you surprise me even more. From what I understand, you have not spent long systematically encountering, learning, and mastering these abilities. To reach such heights in so short a time, the effort you have put in and the real combat experience you have gained must far exceed that of ordinary people. Such perseverance and drive to improve are undoubtedly worthy of recognition!"

At that moment, the village chief stroked his beard and chimed in with a chuckle. "Director Zheng is right. When young friend Lin first came to our Ta Lo, he spent almost every day at the training grounds, pestering the villagers who knew martial arts to spar with him. Even this old man greatly admired that tenacity of his."

Gwen could not help adding, with a trace of pride in her voice, "Not just there. Lin Hai was the same at Kamar-Taj. Aside from reading and studying magical knowledge, he spent most of his time sparring with the