Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix

Chapter 255: I don't run away

Rain also took it upon himself to teach the girls some techniques for harnessing magic to enhance their physical speed. He knew that improving their agility would not only make them faster but also enhance the effectiveness of their magic attacks. Although their bodies were robust enough to attempt using Impulse, their affinity for earth magic wasn't particularly strong.

Hence, Rain decided to start with techniques that would complement their existing skills and gradually build from there.

"Liss and Asche can use wind magic, so you two can practice this," Rain said and then raised his calves and then used a blast of wind to propel himself forward. "It is a bit hard to control, but you won't have to use too much physical strength. Terra is the problem here."

"I am sorry for being a problem," Terra said while looking away, a bit annoyed.

"It seems that you are only good at healing magic and not at elemental magic. We will have to think of something for that," Rain rubbed his chin thoughtfully. "Having some extra mobility might save you one day."

Rain contemplated the challenge of enhancing Terra's speed with raw mana. He knew that, theoretically, raw mana manipulation might provide a solution. Still, he hadn't made significant progress in that field yet. Unlike those for whom magic was a primary focus, Rain primarily viewed magic as a supporting element in his abilities.

Consequently, he had fewer ideas on how to tackle this issue compared to those who were more deeply entrenched in the study of magic.

"You are good at healing magic, so you should try to use your raw mana in other ways. You should be good with that since most healing magic isn't elemental," Rain said. "I can show you the non-elemental spells that I have, and I can tell you my opinion when you ask about something, but I have no idea how to develop a technique that only uses raw mana."

"What about the training that Jori and Reca are doing? That will improve their physical abilities, right?" Terra asked.

"Okay," Kei said, looking a bit unmotivated.

"What about breakfast? Can I make it?" Gila asked.

"I will keep an eye, just to be safe," Rain replied.

From that point onward, Rain's household was a hive of activity. Training sessions became rigorous and persistent, extending throughout the day. While Rain initially considered restricting them until noon, his companions, Jori, and the others, were resolute in their determination to expand their limits daily in anticipation of their next mission.

Rain began to contemplate whether their unwavering commitment to training might eventually lead to burnout.

Rain's interactions with Terra were particularly noteworthy. He engaged in sparring sessions with her, sharing invaluable insights into close-range combat. Terra absorbed his teachings about optimal stances for offense and defense, techniques for swiftly assessing adversaries to avoid potential threats, and diverse strategies for refining her combat skills.

Each day presented new lessons and challenges, allowing Terra to absorb knowledge and refine her abilities.

One day, a noticeable shift in demeanor was observed among the group. Liss appeared downcast, her mood clearly affected. In contrast, Terra was beaming with unbridled enthusiasm. Initially, they kept the cause of this disparity to themselves, leaving others to speculate. However, Jori managed to overhear a conversation between the two, shedding light on the situation.

It appeared that Terra's enthusiasm was a result of her training efforts, which had led to the development of well-defined abdominal muscles. Reca and Asche, too, had successfully cultivated their own impressive abs.