#Chapter 259: Stranger in Training

Alex and I continued my training and I was covered in sweat once we had decided to take a break. I drank nearly an entire gallon of water, my body feeling weak and unprepared. "Tired already?" The Prince teased, his hands resting gracefully on his hips. I chuckled weakly, wiping the sweat from my brow with the back of my hand. "You have no idea," I replied, my voice breathless. Prince Alexander's smile softened, a glint of admiration shining in his eyes. "All jokes aside... you're doing well, Shana. Training can be physically demanding, but you're handling it with remarkable resilience." I flashed him a grateful smile, the encouragement fueling my determination to push through the exhaustion. "Thanks, Alex. I'm just glad to have you here guiding me through this." He nodded in understanding, his gaze thoughtful. "It's my pleasure, Shana. I promised to help you harness your abilities, and I intend to keep that promise." As we resumed our training, I felt a renewed se