Astonishing

It was rare to see a magic user being able to fight against their peers' physical abilities, because they were usually granted lesser gifts in their physique stats.

Aria, on the other hand, could rival Reik, who was renowned for his excellence in swordplay and close combat. Her swordsmanship was refined, and seemed to be aimed towards getting as efficient as possible, like an automated killing machine that knew nothing except for attacking the opponent's weakest points.

Knowing that the man had realized their difference in abilities, both in pure power and refined skills, Aria decided to take it a step further and end the battle once and for all.

"That's all you will get to see. Goodbye," Aria quietly whispered, closing in on the man's ears to make it enough for Reik to hear.

Her sword clashed against Reik's, but this time, she applied a bigger force.