Aria's POV

Before I could even blink, Hunter threw a punch straight at my face. I barely dodged, stumbling back a few steps, almost losing my balance.

“Too slow,” Hunter said, folding his arms. “Speed over strength, remember? You cannot win by overpowering anyone. Not with your build. You need to be faster, smarter—hit when they’re vulnerable and avoid attacks that’ll take you out in one shot.”

I nodded, breathing heavily and sweating profusely. “Got ...