Runes (3)

Ezra stood up with a groan.

"How do you feel?" Gregor asked.

"Dizzy, for the most part"

"Good. Go get some rest. We'll continue tomorrow"

Ezra left unceremoniously and fell asleep the minute he laid on his bed.

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The next day, Ezra reached the chamber he uses for training with Gregor at the early hours of dawn.

"You're here already?" Gregor was amazed.

"I heal fast"

Nodding, Ezra got to the topic.

"With my elements in separate arms, does that mean I can't use them in both arms?"

"Unfortunately, yes"

Ezra frowned as Gregor smiled.

"But it also means you'd be able to combine both elements"

"With practice, you'd be able to combine darkness and lightning, blood and fire perhaps? Even I'm not sure about your prospects"

"When can I get started?!" Ezra was excited, but Gregor doused his flames.

"That'll have to wait. For now, you and I will be practicing the five runes to carve in your body"

"Hmm, five?"