a trick up her sleeve

Fern

Master Frieren, I'm ready for our training session!

Fern

I won't hold back this time!

Frieren

Very well, Fern. Show me how you've improved.

Frieren

Just don't accidentally set the flowers on fire again.

Fern

Enchanted Blade Strike!

Fern

(I've been practicing this move for weeks. It has to work!)

Frieren

Impressive form, Fern. But remember...

Frieren

An elf always has a trick up her sleeve.

Frieren

Ethereal Blossom Cyclone!

Fern

Wha- Not fair! You never taught me that spell!

Fern

(As expected of Master Frieren... always full of surprises.)

Frieren

You fought well, Fern. Perhaps next time I'll teach you that spell.

Frieren

Though it might take a few decades to master...

Fern

I'll keep training until I can match you, Master Frieren!

Fern

Even if it takes a few centuries...