Chapter 122

Nicole stood her ground, her expression a mask of determination and resilience. She didn't know what emboldened her, but she was no longer willing to be a victim. She drew upon her newfound strength, fortified by Liam, and refused to cower in the face of Lilian's aggression. As Lilian lunged forward, her claws elongating and her fangs bared, Nicole skillfully sidestepped, evading the attack. She met Lilian's ferocity with calculated precision, her movements fluid and controlled. She didn't want to fight, but she wasn't going to let herself get beaten either. Lilian's eyes narrowed, her lips curling into a cruel sneer. "You. I see you've become craftier," she scoffed, her tone dripping with disbelief. "But let me tell you. Despite all the deceit that's going on here in the name of training, you don't know the first thing about battles. All you know is how to use your powers to manipulate those around you. You're a witch bane, a cursed creature. And you're not welcome here." "I won't let