"So how did I kill Orin when I can't touch you?"
"Because you relied on an Overseer from the abyss. Although being able to open that abyss in itself is impressive, something I'm unable to do." Lilith moved back to starting position. "Also, if I fought Orin...he'd die in seconds."
"Well, I'll be damned."
Her voice was matter-of-fact rather than boastful. "You're powerful for three weeks of development. But you're not invincible. Important to remember that."
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Liam processed this humbling assessment.
"So the spar is to teach me I'm not as strong as I think I am?"
"The spar is to teach you that power without technique is incomplete. You've been winning through clever use of limited abilities, political maneuvering, and divine performance that makes enemies hesitate."
Lilith's expression was serious. "But when we attack Sanctum Lux, you'll face enemies who won't hesitate. Who have techniques you haven't encountered. Who are powerful AND skilled."
