Just fantastic. As if fire wasn't bad enough, now it seems to have a mind of its own.
His eyes locked onto Skullcrusher, analysing her movements.
The fire clinging to her body wasn't normal. It was shifting unnaturally, responding to her will like a living creature.
He was sure it was a special ability.
The novel clearly mentioned that special abilities were rare.
So why?
Why are so many people with special abilities popping up?
Alden exhaled, steadying his stance.
His body ached, but pain was just another sensation for him.
Nothing he couldn't push past.
"You aren't getting nervous, are you?" she asked, tilting her head.
Alden didn't respond.
There was no point in wasting words.
Instead, he shot forward, closing the distance. He made a feint to the left, then slashed towards the right side, his katana flashing.