The pale sun of early morning cast its rays upon the training grounds as Umbra stood before the girls, his eyes keen and intent. Months of preparation had gone into this moment, and now Umbra would take them into the next phase of their training.
"Alright," he started off, his voice firm, carrying weight that seemed to make the air feel heavier. "You've completed the first phase of training; your bodies are stronger now than they were. But now, it is about time to unleash your true potential. A new phase starts from today: abilities or, as many call it, magic."
Exchanging curious glances, excitement danced in girls' eyes. For some, this idea of element manipulation had once been a fantasy, some story from long-forgotten legends. Now it would become their reality.
