Training for competition!

A few more days passed-

Under the open sky, Jin Wei and Chen Zin stood facing each other in the grassy expanse, a gentle breeze rolling over the fields.

"Ready, Zin'er?" Jin Wei's voice carried a hint of mischief, though her gaze was sharp as she gripped the wooden sword in her hand.

Chen Zin took a deep breath, the weight of her wooden sword giving a familiar comfort in her hand.

She knew Jin Wei wouldn't go easy on her today. "Always ready, Master."

*swoosh* Without further warning, Jin Wei lunged forward, her wooden blade glitching a swift blur aimed at Chen Zin's shoulder.

Chen Zin instinctively raised her sword to block, bracing against the impact.

*clank* The force behind Jin Wei's strike sent a shock up Chen's arm, but she held firm, gritting her teeth.

Jin Wei didn't hesitate, instantly moving into another attack.

She twisted her body, sending a sweeping strike toward Chen Zin's legs.