In the training ground, Ryu faced a royal guard mage, a formidable opponent with a C rank and the ability to summon an earth golem. The mage, oozing confidence, declared, "This golem is enough to handle you, little F rank."
The golem charged toward Ryu, its earthy form gaining momentum. Ryu, being an F rank, knew he needed time to enchant even for the simplest of spells. The mage's smirk widened, believing victory was inevitable.
Drawing upon his soldier's instincts, Ryu swiftly analyzed the situation. In a flash, he snapped the golem's neck with mere physical strength, downgrading it to a D rank. Seizing the opportunity, Ryu rushed towards the mage, enchanting as he moved.
Instead of conjuring a round pebble, Ryu envisioned a sword-shaped rock. Though it was an F rank rock, it pointed menacingly at the mage, who found himself defenseless against physical attacks.
Observing the skirmish, Ryu's father, Kaito, commented, "Seems your mother's magic is not good enough for you. You have a swordsmanship instinct."
As Ryu's parents debated what he should focus on—magic or swordsmanship—Ryu, embarrassed in front of the princess, declared that he would learn both. The training ground echoed with the clash of opinions.
Amidst the familial dispute, Queen Seraphina arrived, her graceful presence commanding attention. "Join us for the royal dinner with the king," she invited, defusing the tension with a regal smile.
The royal family, alongside Ryu and Princess Amara, left the training ground, leaving behind the echoes of conflicting ideologies and the promise of a multifaceted journey for Ryu, where magic and swordsmanship would intertwine in the dance of elements.