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The moon hung high in the sky, casting a silvery glow over the courtyard as Haewon helped Sunghoon with his healing. The cool night air was filled with the soft rustle of leaves, and the stars twinkled brightly above, creating a serene yet tense atmosphere.
"Remember, it's all about channeling your energy and focusing on the wound," Haewon instructed, making a small cut on her hand once again and demonstrating the healing process once again. "It's not just about the physical act; it's about connecting with your inner power."
Sunghoon watched intently, absorbing every detail. He made a similar cut on his own hand and began to focus. Haewon could see the faint static energy beginning to form around the wound, a sign that he was getting closer.
"Good," Haewon encouraged, her voice steady. "You're doing well. Just keep your focus steady."
Sunghoon's brow furrowed as he concentrated harder, feeling the static energy increase. Despite his efforts, the cut remained open, but he could sense progress.
"I can feel it," he said, frustration tinging his voice. "But it's not closing."
"It's okay," Haewon reassured him. "Healing takes time to master. You're on the right track."
As they continued practicing, Haewon couldn't shake the feeling of being watched. She paused, her eyes scanning the surrounding forest. The sensation was growing stronger, prickling at the edges of her awareness.
"Do you feel that?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Sunghoon looked up, his senses on high alert. "Yeah, I do. We're not alone."
They exchanged a tense glance, communicating silently with their eyes. Haewon's eyes darted around, trying to pinpoint the source of the unease.
"Whatever or whoever it is, they're good at hiding," Haewon muttered, her grip tightening on her blade.
Sunghoon nodded, his gaze sweeping the trees. "What should we do?"
Haewon considered their options. "Let's keep practicing, but stay alert. We can't let them know we're onto them."
They resumed their training, but the tension was palpable. Haewon made another cut on her hand, showing Sunghoon the steps once more. He followed her lead, the static energy flickering around his wound again.
"You're getting there," Haewon said, her voice steady despite the unease. "Just keep at it."
Sunghoon took a deep breath, refocusing his energy. As he worked, his mind raced with thoughts of who could be watching them and why. He tried to push the distraction aside, knowing that mastering healing was crucial.
