Qi Wu looked at Gale's message in the group chat, brimming with fighting spirit, and the corners of his mouth lifted slightly.
He could picture her in the training room right now, itching to try out her new ability.
[Qi Wu: Location.]
[Gale: Virtual Battlefield, Room 7. Same password as always.]
[Qi Wu: Five minutes.]
Putting his phone away, Qi Wu shelved his dessert plans for the moment, turned, and headed deeper into the base toward the virtual combat area.
Virtual combat area, Room 7.
Soft light filled the vast circular space, surrounded by projectors capable of simulating any environment.
A girl eagerly loosened up her wrists and ankles, faint pale-blue currents swirling around her with a soft whistling sound.
It was Gale.
Beside her, Jiang Qingyue held a tablet.
When she saw Qi Wu enter, she smiled slightly.
"Captain, Gale just finished advancing her ability. She's so excited she insisted on testing her blade against you."
The moment Gale saw Qi Wu, her eyes lit up, blazing with fighting spirit.
"Captain! Come on! Let me test the power of Demon-Breaking Shadow combined with the Demon-Slaying Blade!"
The Demon-Slaying Blade was a Special Grade weapon passed down through Gale's family, capable of dispelling supernatural power.
That effect complemented her ability, Demon-Breaking Shadow.
In its first stage, the ability had only allowed her to unleash blue blades of wind and shadow.
Now that it had reached its second stage, it should work even better with the Demon-Slaying Blade in her hand.
Qi Wu walked to the edge of the arena and took off his jacket, revealing a close-fitting black tactical tank top beneath. His voice held a note of anticipation.
"Oh? What's your second-stage ability?"
"My ability is designed specifically to counter your defense, Captain."
Gale explained excitedly as she