Lucian and Lily started with the basics, such as proper stance, footwork, and basic strikes.
Despite the seriousness of the training, Lily couldn't help but feel a rush of excitement as she learned how to defend herself. Lucian was an excellent teacher, patient and encouraging as he guided her through each movement.
As they practiced, Lily found herself growing more and more confident in her abilities. She no longer felt like a helpless victim, but rather a warrior in training.
After an hour of practice, they took a break and she sat down to rest while Lucian was a minute gone from the basement and then he was back with bottles of water. He handed them to her.
"I tend to forget that you need to eat and drink", he said.
She smiled. "That's understandable".
Lily could feel the sweat o
