Ryan's day had been a rollercoaster, and just when he thought it couldn't get any crazier, it did. The surreal events of the day were starting to weigh on him, but even then, it wasn't over just yet.
When he reappeared beside Jasmine, she flinched, her eyes widening momentarily in surprise before she looked down, her shoulders slumping. It was clear that she was disappointed in herself.
Jasmine possessed great mana reserves and an arsenal of powerful spells, but she lacked combat experience, and witches weren't exactly known for their prowess in direct confrontation. The battle had made her realise how unprepared she was when faced with a creature like the ghoul. The way she averted her gaze and clenched her fists showed just how hard she was taking it.
Noticing her distress, Ryan offered a small, encouraging smile. "You did well, Jasmine. You saved a lot of people. Just take it as a learning experience."
