Ruu didn't reply, still on full alert. She had already lost to Theron when he was a mere Bronze Mancer. Right now, she had even less confidence—especially after seeing his battles today.
She had only recently touched the boundary of Second Silver Resonance. But even if she had just touched the Fourth, she wasn't as foolish as Rowan. She knew a man who wasn't even remotely trying his best when she saw him.
Somehow, Theron had been able to track her all the way here without her even noticing. She didn't even understand how this alone was possible. But what she did know was what it meant.
No help.
To say that she had been cautious in sneaking out to make it here was an understatement. Staying in character for so long was a heavy drain on the mind. If she didn't decompress and relax, she would end up slipping up at the worst time.
Theron took advantage of this.
She took a breath and exhaled.
