With a swift turn, Adela attempted to walk away, her heart pounding in her chest. She knew she couldn't afford to let Theia's provocations distract her from the mission at hand. However, Theia's relentless pursuit of dominance would not be silenced so easily.
Theia's voice followed Adela's, dripping with smug superiority. "You've always been one to run away from a challenge, Adela, always playing it safe and hiding behind your illusions. But mark my words, I'll surpass you soon enough."
Adela halted in her tracks, her control slipping for a moment. Theia's words cut through her defenses, stinging with a bitter truth. The rivalry between them had fueled their individual pursuits, pushing them to excel, but it had also created a deep chasm of animosity.
