Chapter 40

The new Training Grounds glowed faintly, its atmosphere infused with the energy of the Nexus. Kael and Angelica stood in the center of the space, taking in the shimmering walls, shifting terrains, and glowing targets that hovered at various heights. Ignis perched on a nearby platform, its golden feathers glinting as it chirped enthusiastically.
Angelica smirked, stretching her arms above her head as flames danced along her fingertips. "Alright, Kael. Show me what you've got. Let's break this place in properly."
Kael raised an eyebrow, his shield flickering to life. "You really want to spar? After everything we just went through?"