Kogen decided to test Skara's limits, and he did so in his own unique way.
However, Kogen didn't just want to hit her or scare her. He wanted to see if there was something special about her, something that would help her reach the Second Circle within the next few years.
This test was no guarantee of Skara's success, and it's unlikely anyone other than Kogen would have conducted it at all.
Why?
Because many Second-Rank Phantoms would have failed this test as well.
But... When he tried to do the same thing with Adam, a pleasant surprise awaited him.
He saw a green glint flash through Adam's left eye. It lasted only a fraction of a second, but for Kogen, that was more than enough.
"What?" Skara muttered. "What does that mean? Why is he ready...?"
She was confused and demanded answers. However, Kogen was in no hurry to answer her as his curiosity got the better of him.
"Here." Kogen held out his hand for a handshake. "This time for real, honestly."
