Time moved steadily and before long, even someone as withdrawn as Dravaris began to warm up to Rowan. At first, their relationship had been purely formal where it's just mentor and trainee but as days turned into weeks, a quiet understanding started to form between them. Most of their time was spent training together, morning until dusk and through those long sessions, Rowan's progress became undeniable.
His swordsmanship, which was once clumsy and hesitant, had grown sharp and fluid. He was now easily above average compared to most soldiers but where Rowan truly shined was in close combat. His background in taekwondo gave him a unique advantage as he moved with controlled precision and lightning speed, using techniques that surprised even Dravaris at times.
When others relied purely on strength, Rowan relied on agility, timing and endurance.
