It took Leo five more days of rigorous training to master all twenty-five arm replications, by the end of which his control over the [Shapeshift] technique had improved by leaps and bounds.
"I think I've finally got the hang of it," he said, rotating his shoulder with a relaxed ease he hadn't felt all week. "Hopefully, it won't take me this long to morph the other body parts."
The Twelfth Elder gave a slight nod of approval.
"Once you've fully mastered one section, the rest of the body tends to follow more easily. Most parts are simpler in comparison… though you will still struggle when it comes to the face."
He paused for emphasis.
"That's the most difficult. But the rest, you should be fine."
The elder's words weren't particularly warm, but the subtle note of validation in his tone was enough to reaffirm Leo's progress.
