Chapter 2281

"Hmm?" Crystal frowned as she watched the strands of hair flutter down from above.

Aurora's unexpected Boomerang Slash had caught Crystal off guard. She had narrowly avoided a hit by quickly ducking her head.

If she had been just a bit slower, it wouldn't have been just her hair but possibly her head.

Despite Aurora's young age, her skills were impressive. This realization prompted Crystal to approach the situation with greater caution.

"Quick reflexes," Aurora commented as she smoothly retrieved her weapon with a flick of her wrist.

The technique she had just executed was a signature move of her own creation. It was challenging for anyone encountering it for the first time. The fact that Crystal had managed to evade it just in time disappointed her.

"Your technique is decent but lacks refinement," Crystal remarked coldly.

If Aurora's earlier move had been more precise, she might not have evaded so easily.

"Really? Let's see if you can handle this!" Aurora snorted and charged a