After retrieving the demon core, Ping Liuyan wiped the blood off her sword and stored the glowing orb in her spatial ring. She seemed calmer now, with a hint of pride flickering in her eyes.
Li Xueli clapped lightly. "Not bad. You've improved."
Ping Liuyan glanced at Emrys, secretly hoping for some praise, but he simply nodded and said, "Your footwork was impressive. But don't get careless next time."
Ping Liuyan pouted slightly but didn't argue. She knew she truly was careless earlier. She took the demon by surprise and could have ended the battle in three or four moves.
But what did she do?
She continued poking the demon's skin instead of using her skills and strength to immediately get rid of the demon. This could have given the demon a chance to counterattack or erupt with an even stronger power that could have injured her.
They once again resumed their journey.
