"Boy…" Ben said quietly, his voice steady as he placed a hand firmly on the invisible barrier's shimmering surface.
His eyes, sharp and focused, scanned the intricate web of mana flowing through the spell, pinpointing the faintest irregularity.
Then, throwing a glance towards Leo, he simply looked into his eyes and then towards his palm once again, as without needing to say more, his glance alone conveyed his intent to Leo.
"Oh?" Leo responded, catching on quickly as he mimicked Ben's actions, placing his own hand on the barrier near the same spot.
The surface felt cool and smooth, like touching glass, but a faint hum of energy buzzed against his fingertips.
"Not quite," Ben muttered, tilting his head slightly as he studied the position of Leo's hand. "A little more to the left."
Leo shifted his palm slightly, his movements precise and deliberate. "Here?"
