"Relentless training for a long time I guess," Seth answered vaguely, his gaze locked onto the old man's.
"Hmm?" The old man hummed inquisitively, his sharp eyes never leaving Seth's face. This time, he spared Raela from harm, acknowledging that Seth's response had some truth to it. "How long?" The man asked, narrowing his gaze as if trying to discern the depth of Seth's resolve.
Seth's mind raced, trying to gauge how much information he could reveal without endangering himself further. The cave's walls felt like they were closing in on him as the old man's relentless questioning continued.
"Years," Seth replied, his voice laced with tension. He couldn't afford to reveal the exact duration or any specific details. His answer hung in the air, and he hoped it would satisfy the man's curiosity.
