«Ten seconds!»
The sensation was unlike anything Lin had ever experienced, suddenly, she could perceive mana flows, energy patterns, the very fabric of power that wove through the forest around them. The mushroom's enhanced consciousness merged temporarily with hers, opening perceptions she never knew existed.
Lin casually dodged another wind gust from Kieran, who now seemed more concerned with maintaining a defensive position than attacking aggressively. The approaching reinforcements gave him confidence, but also made him more cautious, survival until backup arrived had become his primary objective.
While maneuvering between aerial attacks, Lin glanced toward where Ren continued his battle with the transformed scorpion. She wasn't particularly worried about him. She trained him almost daily and knew his capabilities perfectly.
