Lyra noticed it clearly.
Arthur was improving right in front of her eyes.
The reinforcement around his body became smoother.
His reactions became quicker.
The adaptive density reacted faster.
She had spent weeks refining that part when she first created the technique.
But Arthur was doing it in minutes.
She clicked her tongue softly.
"What a monster."
Arthur heard her.
"Did you just compliment me?"
Lyra threw another punch.
Arthur blocked.
"Don't get cocky."
Arthur grinned.
"Too late."
They clashed again.
Arthur took another hit to the shoulder but the mana layer softened it.
He answered with a quick counter that forced Lyra to step aside.
She laughed quietly.
"Not bad."
Arthur wiped sweat from his forehead.
"You're still faster though."
Lyra shrugged.
"I've had years of practice."
Arthur nodded.
"Fair."
They circled each other for a moment.
Then Lyra spoke while watching him closely.
"Different people develop different effects with this technique."
