(Maria POV)
“This is our training ground,” Joseph said, showing me a big training hall. I looked at the walls and then at the few stone benches. I nodded, took off my workout hoodie, and turned towards him. His eyes turned dark, and he scanned me from head to toe. His eyes were like a hot caress on my body. I looked towards my gym shorts and bra.
“I am sorry! Lyran gave me this for…” He cleared his throat and gave me a curt nod.
“First of all! You have to notice your opponent’s movements; otherwise, he will strike first and take you down without giving you a chance to land even a single hit.” I nodded, and he took a stance.
“I will teach you hand-to-hand combat first, okay?” He asked and I nodded in yes. I took the stance, and he corrected me a few times.
“Like this, Buttercup,” H
