Aurora “Your enemies aren't going to give you a signal telling you when to strike. You have to remain aware, alert to every move they throw your way. And you can only do that when your focus stays on the fight,” he said as he launched another strike. This time, I was quick enough to counter at the last second, and he nodded in approval. Releasing my waist, he lunged once more, and I met his force with equal determination. Though he moved with restraint, every action was deliberate, every step calculated. I kept my gaze fixed on him, exactly as he had instructed. I could feel those familiar eyes on me from somewhere beyond the clearing, their stares prickling against my skin. Yet my attention remained locked on the rhythm of the training, the footwork, the strikes, the movements. I ignored everything else until Darius attacked again. I countered with the same force, nearly losing my footing in the process. Before I could stumble, Darius's arms circled my waist once more, st
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