Linda blinked. Celia and Lyra leaned in slightly.
"When you activate that skill, time doesn't just slow down—you perceive every motion, every shift, every detail before it even happens."
He tapped her forehead lightly.
"That alone gives you an overwhelming advantage."
Nolan crossed his arms, explaining calmly, "Against Prince Zohar, it's not even a question. Your reading ability completely counters his fighting style. You can easily defeat him."
Linda exhaled a breath she didn't know she was holding.
But then Nolan raised one finger. "However… your father is different."
Her eyes widened.
"He's strong enough to resist being predicted. And even if he goes all out, reading alone won't guarantee victory."
He stepped back, giving her space.
"To beat King Zul, you'll need more than reading. You'll need courage, confidence, and the ability to react while under pressure."
He pointed at her chest—right over her heart.
"And you have that. You just don't realize it yet."
