A week and a few days had passed, and life at the academy had settled into a new rhythm. For some, things seemed to be progressing smoothly; for others, the cracks in their façade were starting to show. Both Liam and Sheila had managed to expand their myst cores significantly, marking a crucial step in their growth.
Sheila's core had grown to five times its original size, a remarkable feat that displayed her strength and dedication. Liam, ever the ambitious and power-hungry individual, had outpaced her, pushing his core to eight times its size, largely thanks to his mastery of Crimson Breathing. The relentless technique had proved invaluable in harnessing and channeling his myst with unparalleled efficiency.
