As Lily sped off into the arena, Zane remained at the starting point with James, the trail riding coach assigned by Lily to give him an introductory briefing before his first trail attempt."Alright, Mr. Gardner, let's start with some basics," James began, slightly underestimating Zane's capability as a beginner. "Although this might be challenging for you since it's your first time, don’t worry, just keep trying and you’ll get the hang of it."James stood next to Zane, who was busy adjusting his helmet straps, showing no signs of nervousness despite it being his first time on a trail bike. "Remember to keep your body relaxed and let the bike do most of the work," James instructed confidently. "Stay focused on the trail ahead, and don’t stiffen up when making turns. Use the brakes wisely—avoid braking too abruptly, especially on downhill paths. And most importantly, have fun and enjoy the ride. This trail is challenging, tough, but also incredibly rewarding. Mr. Gardner, don't push y

Zane remained calm, quietly observing and listening to the banter between them.Clark chuckled at James's reaction, well aware of how James tended to take things to heart. "Haha, James, did my comment sting a little?" he teased, knowing exactly how to provoke a response. Both Clark and Lily had known James long enough to understand his sensitivities.James chose to ignore Clark's jab, instead turning his attention to Zane with a challenging tone. "Mr. Gardner, be honest, I'm sure you're not really a beginner, right? I challenge you in the arena," he declared, a smug grin spreading across his face as he felt he had cornered Zane into admitting something more about his skill level.Lily quickly intervened, her voice laced with concern, "James, what do you mean by that?" She stepped in, aiming to shield Zane from what she perceived as an unfair confrontation.Zane responded calmly, maintaining his composure, "Mr. James, this really is my first time playing. But why should I accept you

Meanwhile, Zane continued to ride with impeccable focus and smooth execution, seemingly oblivious to the drama unfolding behind him. He remained unaware of James's predicament, fully concentrated on the challenges before him. Each obstacle was met with precision and confidence, reinforcing his skills and determination with every maneuver.As time passed, the finish line came into view for Zane. A smile spread across his face, fueled by the rush of nearing victory. His excitement was not for the prize itself but for the personal triumph it represented. Winning this challenge was about affirming his ability to adapt and succeed in new and demanding situations.As Zane approached the finish line, Lily spotted him from a distance and couldn't contain her excitement. She waved and jumped up and down, cheering loudly, "Zane, hooray!!" Her voice was filled with enthusiasm as she celebrated his achievement.Zane responded with a broad smile, pulling up to where Lily was standing. He d

Zane was deeply immersed in his meditation, channeling the energy around him into his own body. This process required considerable focus and time.While Zane continued his meditative practice, the others waited anxiously, especially Clark. Observing Zane's unusual method, Clark couldn't help but whisper to himself, "Can he really heal someone? What kind of knowledge is he using? Who is he, really?"Despite his doubts, Clark couldn't hide his concern. He had known James's late father and James himself for many years. Their long-standing relationship had fostered a deep emotional bond, amplifying Clark's hope that no further harm would come to James.Zane focused on the most life-threatening of James's injuries—a previously undetected internal bleeding in his abdomen that Clark had initially missed. Placing both hands in front of his chest, Zane then gently laid them on James's stomach, trying to stem the flow of blood within.Channeling all his energy, Zane concentrated on promoti

That morning, the city's skyline was spectacularly clear, bathed in the bright light of a newly risen sun. A beautiful gradient of orange and blue painted the heavens, while the chirping of birds added a lively soundtrack to the tranquil scene. Below, the city lay quiet and pristine.Zane, who resided in an apartment featuring a rooftop complete with a private swimming pool, decided it was the perfect start to his day to take a swim. As he slipped into the cool waters of the pool, he felt a refreshing chill spread throughout his body, effectively banishing any remnants of sleepiness and recharging his energy for the new day. This was particularly welcome after a physically demanding day of trail riding with Lily.Meanwhile, Zane was expecting visitors. Cedric, Cecilia, and Alfred were due to arrive shortly. Cecilia had informed him of their visit beforehand, a courtesy to respect Zane’s privacy. When Cecilia, Cedric, and Alfred arrived and entered the apartment, they found that