Both girls jogged back to their teams. Minseok clapped as Nayoung arrived. "You both were amazing!" Nayoung just laughed, brushing her hair back with one hand. "Right? We should do that more often!"
On the other side, Jinhyu gave Hannah a thumbs-up. "You improved! That last kick almost got her."
Hannah gave a small nod but replied quietly, "I… cheated."
"Huh?" Before Jinhyu could ask more, Nymira raised her voice, her arms crossed. "You broke the rules."
Both Nayoung and Hannah turned toward her, slightly startled. "I said no mana. That was a physical combat drill," Nymira continued, her tone sharp but calm. "But you two enhanced your strength and speed."
Nayoung scratched her cheek, then raised her fingers in a sheepish peace sign. "I'm sorry, Ms. Nymira~ I still can't get used to holding it back. Hehe…"
Hannah bowed slightly, more formal. "Apologies. I'll be more careful."
