Bennett's POV

　　"Good, keep your posture straight and don't tense up quickly while fighting," I instructed her.

　　We were training together at the secluded place again, our movements fluid and synchronized. I was impressed by her skill and focus, but as we spared, her sleeve rode up, revealing a jagged scar on her forearm.

　　My eyes widened in surprise, and I instinctively hesitated, my gaze fixed on the scar. Emma, sensing my distraction, took advantage ...