Audrey’s POV
I held my wooden sword tightly as Mira stepped in front of me. She moved slowly, her expression calm, but I wasn’t fooled. Mira didn’t do anything without a reason.
She smirked. "Don’t look so nervous."
I kept my face blank. "I’m not."
She tilted her head. "Good. Because I’m not going easy on you."
I already knew that.
Around us, a few warriors started to gather. They were watching, waiting. Maybe they thought Mira would finish what she started in the pit. Maybe they just wanted to see if I would break this time.
I refused to give them the satisfaction.
Mira took the first swing.
I barely dodged in time, stepping back as her sword cut through the air. She was fast. Strong. Every movement was controlled. Precise.
She swung again, and this time, I raised my sword just
