"You're better than I thought for someone at Level 7 of Apprentice Rank," Revenna said, a hint of surprise in her voice as she acknowledged Max's strength.
Max shrugged. "I know that." He pointed his sword at her. "You better start getting serious, or I'll take matters into my own hands." He flashed a confident smile. "Show me everything you've got. Show me your true strength at the peak of Adept Rank."
Revenna's piercing gaze lingered on Max, a frosty smirk curling her lips. "Very well," she said softly, her tone carrying a dangerous calm.
The sword in her hand shimmered and dissolved into glimmering frost. Almost instantly, an icy sheen spread across her skin, crystalizing into a deep blue hue. The frost rapidly thickened, forming an intricate, gleaming suit of armor. Within seconds, she stood encased in a magnificent, glacial shell that radiated an oppressive cold.
