Chapter 41: Sparring Surprises!

"Elena, please refrain from interfering. Our training session isn't complete yet, and it's a mandatory part of our routine to engage in a ten-minute sparring match. Currently, we've only gone through eight minutes. You, of all people, are well aware of the established protocols," Kael firmly reminds Elena.

"Rules? What fucking rules? Assuming, of course, you don't end up endangering my sister long before that time."

Kael heaves a weary sigh, he hated it when they argued. "Your sister possesses remarkable strength; she's far more capable than you might realize."

Summoning an impressive surge of energy, Astrid propels her upper body gracefully off the ground, her every motion exuding a blend of grace and controlled might. The rest of her body followed in a fluid motion, her legs pushing against the ground as she rose to her feet.

With tenacity in her voice, Astrid confides in Elena, "Elena, I've got this."

Elena, her teeth clenched with worry, counters, "No, you can't handle this. You're