Zola stood there, her body encased in a shimmering, undulating armor made entirely of water. The armor glinted under the light, giving her an ethereal, almost invincible appearance. I could see the intensity in her eyes; she was no longer holding back.
"You're strong," Zola said, her voice carrying a newfound edge. "But let's see if you can handle this."
Without another word, she lunged at me. The water armor flowed and rippled around her, making her movements fluid and unpredictable. I barely had time to react, summoning a wall of blue flames to intercept her. The water and fire clashed violently, sending steam billowing into the air.
