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After witnessing the last bits of Kieran's previous fight once the walls dropped, Azahara understood that Kieran wasn't an opponent to be taken lightly. She would only be fooling herself if she considered him an inferior opponent due to the lack of aura.
Azahara knew that a reined-in aura was a sign of exceptional control, meaning one had obtained a primary mastery over their power. Therefore, Azahara unleashed her Mana Manifestation from the beginning of the battle.
"Mana Manifestation: Tempestuous Storm Bird!" Azahara cried out in a solemn tone.
Kieran extended his hand and materialized Crimson Ashrune in his grasp.
During that time, he watched as the Mana surrounding Azahara roiled and flickered with fierce winds interspersed with subtle lightning crackles and water droplets.
'Triple Elements, is it? She's quite the talent if that's the case,' Kieran thought.
