“Now, shall we continue?”
“If you wish.”
“Let us finish our game of wits, shall we?”
Maya and Verutia focused on each other, their eyes both intent on their goal. Each of their minds were engulfed by the other, both shrouded beneath a blanket of mental delusion. The world around them melted away into a swirl of color as they returned to the ethereal land they had entered during their encounter in the Mar gardens. Verutia’s dark influence fought for dominance against Maya’s serene landscape.
“I see your mind is still weak, little Maya.”
“You think so?” Maya replied.
A burst of mighty power engulfed Maya’s body. The serene landscape exploded with vibrant colors, encroaching toward Verutia’s stormy influence.
“No…” Verutia said, raising her hands to repel Maya’s advance.
Verutia strug
