Although Mekhi remained silent, his fatigue was apparent.
Nathan pressed on, âWhen my master trained me, it was even harsher.
I felt like I was on the brink of death.
But, human potential is boundless.
Faced with superior strength, even the proudest must yield.
I knew I couldnât afford to fail, so I endured, and even risked my life.
Mekhi, you have a long way to go to match my level.
â
Mekhi was stunned.
He struggled to comprehend Nathanâs words.
This was the first time Nathan spoke to him with such gravity.
Nathan not only punished him today but also revisited history.
Why did he choose to do this?
Confused, Mekhi remained silent, unable to find an answer.
Nathan gazed at him, and said in a cold tone, âFailing to endure for thirty minutes implies your
inadequate commitment to training.
Iâll accurately report this and dispatch you back to the training camp for three months.
Moreover, if you leave, someone must assume your duties.
Sonny seems a fitting replacement, donât you agree?â
Mekhi doubted Nathanâs words that Sonny would only step in during his absence.
Once Sonny took charge, reclaiming his position seemed virtually impossible.
With a stiff back, Mekhi bit his lip hard until it bled and struggled to steady his trembling arms.
âThat wonât be necessary.
I can endure.
â
Nathan sneered, âThatâs good.
â
As Nathan immersed himself in work, time raced by.
But for Mekhi who was upside down, every second was agonizing.
He felt nothing but unbearable pain which he had to endure.
Thirty minutes later, the timer rang.
It was time to close from work.
Groaning with relief, Mekhi slumped to the floor, unable to stand.
Even his eyelashes were drenched in sweat and fluttered as he struggled to open his eyes.
Nathan had just wrapped up his work.
He turned off the heat, rose, and approached Mekhi.
âYou made it.