Chapter 124: Training on the roof

*** Conor, Jinstain. ***

Colonel Eli proved to be a vicious task master. The second he learned that Kerrigan was able to walk on her own, he ordered that she come to the roof to be tested. “If the dragons cannot aid you, you must be able to defend them at all costs. It is our sacred duty.” He had said.

Eli had paired Conor and Kerrigan up, along with Parker and Reilynn, Gabriella and Evelynn. As they began their initial warm ups, it became evident that while Kerrigan had training and skill, she was still suffering from her injury. She would guard her leg and cringe if her shoulder was struck.

“Does it hurt?” Conor asked.

“Not really. It’s more the fear of pain now. Let’s go again.”

Conor enjoyed working with her. It was certainly easier than his bouts with Parker. The ease of training didn’t last long however. Soon, Eli swapped him to Reilynn, who looked like she was ready to pound him into the roof.

“Begin!”

Reilynn darted for