As dawn painted the sky in shades of orange and pink, Johan found himself in the middle of his daily training routine. His muscles ached from the exertion, sweat trickling down his forehead, a testament to his effort and dedication. The rhythmic thumping of his heart in his chest was a constant reminder of his determination to improve, to become stronger.
'I have to get better at using this "hardening" skill,' he thought, pushing himself to do another set of squats. He knew mastering this new skill would provide a significant advantage in battles. 'One day at a time,' he murmured, focusing on his breathing.