"We're going to make progress quickly if you remain focused and determined like this!” Due said, observing Elara's lasso with intrigue. “We're going to start with a simple target practice, and then we're going to keep increasing the distance between the lasso and yourself. But for now, let's start a bit closer, yes?" He led the two of them outside, gesturing to a nearby tree. "See that? I want you to hit that tree with the lasso.”

  Elara smiled, appreciating Due's praise, and turned her attention to the tree that Due gestured to. "Alright, a simple target practice with the tree," she remarked, determination evident in her voice. She took a deep breath, steadying herself as she focused on the tree.

  Concentrating her energy, she mentally visualized a tight, solid, and powerful lasso wrapping up the trunk of the tree. With a swift, focused throw, she launched the lasso forward, directing it toward the tree's trunk.

  Due observed intently, his eyes locked on the lasso as it hurtled through the air. He held his breath, silently analyzing Elara's throw and the lasso's trajectory, hoping it would hit its mark accurately.

  When the lasso successfully hit the trunk of the tree, wrapping around it firmly and tightly, Due let out an approving chuckle. "Excellent throw! You hit the tree perfectly with the lasso," he remarked, his voice filled with praise. "That was a successful first try, but now we'll increase the distance, and you'll have the lasso travel even further. Are you ready for the next step?”

  Elara's face brightened at Due's praise, her heart swelling with pride and satisfaction. The successful first try had given her a burst of confidence. "I'm ready," she replied, her tone filled with determination and eagerness. "Let's increase the distance. I want to see how far the lasso can truly reach under my control.”

  Due smiled with pride, pleased with her response. "Very good, you've got the right amount of determination," he remarked, his tone holding a note of praise. "Remember to remain focused and control the lasso with precision, for the longer the distance, the more difficult it'll be to maintain control. So, aim carefully."

  He paused for a moment, gesturing to a distant tree far away, about 50-60 yards away. "I want you to now aim for that tree, over there. Go for it.”

  Elara glanced at the tree Due pointed out, mentally marking the considerable distance compared to the first target. The challenge of hitting a target from that distance was clear, making her heart race with anticipation.

  She took a deep breath, steadying herself. Then, with intense determination in her eyes, she focused on the distant tree, visualizing the lasso hitting its mark. She threw the lasso with a swift, precise motion, aiming for the trunk of the distant tree.

  Due's eyes followed the lasso's trajectory, carefully analyzing its path and hoping it would reach the distant tree. The distance was significantly greater than the first target, and Due knew it would prove to be a more challenging shot.

  Once the lasso successfully hit the trunk of the faraway tree, a satisfied smile tugged at the corners of his lips. "Excellent! You successfully hit the tree from a considerably greater distance," he remarked, his tone laced with praise. "You have some impressive power within that lasso and within you. How do you feel after that shot?”

  Elara beamed with satisfaction and pride, feeling a surge of confidence and accomplishment after successfully hitting the distant tree with the lasso. The sense of progress and improvement fueled her determination.

  "I feel really good and motivated. Knowing that I'm improving and that the lasso is reaching farther distances with each throw, it's a great feeling. I want to keep pushing my limits and see how far I can take it," she responded, her voice filled with enthusiasm and ambition. "What's the next step? Shall we aim even further?”

  Due smirked with appreciation, his eyes sparkling with approval. "I like your spirit, my student," he remarked, his tone laced with praise. "You're eager to improve and push your limits, and that's exactly what we want to do. Yes, we will aim even further, and I have a new target for you to practice on."

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  He paused for a moment, gesturing to a distant tree further away than the previous one, around 70-80 yards away. "Your next challenge is to hit that tree. Can you manage it?”

  Elara glanced at the new target Due pointed out, which was even further than the previous one, her confidence unwavering. She determinedly nodded, her determination flaring bright in her eyes.

  "I can definitely manage it," she replied, her voice filled with confidence and energy. "I've already seen my improvement, and I'm determined to demonstrate my progress. That tree is mine to hit!"

  With a firm, sharp throw, she launched the lasso towards the distant tree, aiming for its trunk with increased precision.

  Due observed closely, his eyes never leaving the trajectory of the lasso, silently urging it to reach the distant tree. The increased distance and the challenge before them made the shot more difficult, and Due was keen to see how Elara would perform.

  When the lasso successfully hit the trunk of the distant tree, Due couldn't help but smirk with approval. "Excellent shot! You've done it again, and with increased distance this time. Your aim and control over the lasso are improving with every attempt. Well done," he remarked, his tone laced with praise. "You've really got this, friend-o.”

  Elara beamed with pride and satisfaction upon hearing Due's praise. The successful hit on the further target only added to her confidence, fueling her enthusiasm even more. "I did it! I hit the tree at the increased distance as you wanted," she exclaimed, her voice filled with exhilaration. "I can feel the progress in every throw, and it's incredibly gratifying."

  She glanced at Due, her determination unwavering. "How far do you think I can keep pushing it? Can I attempt an even further distance?”

  Due smiled widely, genuinely impressed by Elara's improvement and unwavering determination. He chuckled with satisfaction and pride, appreciating her enthusiasm and eagerness to progress. "Your confidence and progress are quite impressive," he remarked, his tone laced with approval. "You're not only hitting the targets you're assigned, but you're also asking for even greater challenges, which I like. And you're absolutely right, you can go even further. I believe in your skills, and I would love to see how far you can go."

  He glanced at a very distant tree, around 90-100 yards away. "So here's the challenge for ya. I want you to wrap your lasso around that tree way over there, but I want you to keep your aura's intensity the same despite your lasso being so far away from you. That's what Projection is all about: maintaining your aura's intensity, even over long distances!”

  Elara nodded with determination as Due explained the new challenge, a determined smile tugging at the corners of her lips at the thought of it. "I got it. It's all about controlling my aura's intensity, even at that distance, and maintaining it. Projection at its finest!"

  She took a moment to focus and mentally prepare herself for the challenge, her focus unwavering on the distant tree that Due pointed out. With a steady, composed demeanor, she launched the lasso towards the tree, maintaining a firm grip and focused concentration, willing her aura to remain strong and intense despite the significant distance.

  When the lasso successfully wrapped itself around the trunk of the faraway tree, Due's smile widened with triumph and satisfaction. "Perfect! You've done it again! Maintaining your aura's intensity over such a distance is no easy task, but you've done it successfully," he remarked, his tone laced with praise. "I have a new challenge for you, now. And it concerns the Augmentation Aura Type this time.”

  Elara beamed upon hearing Due's words, feeling a sense of accomplishment at her successful shot. Her focus and concentration hadn't wavered, and her aura's intensity remained unwavering, even after the distance stretched further away. "Thank you, I did it!" she exclaimed, her voice filled with exhilaration. "And I'm ready for the next challenge, especially if it's tied to Augmentation. Tell me what it is, I'm eager to test myself even further.”

  Due smirked with approval, thoroughly impressed by Elara's unwavering determination and eagerness, and he knew she was ready for the next challenge, especially in the realm of Augmentation. "Very well, I think you're ready," he remarked, his tone laced with confidence and encouragement. "This particular test is about pushing the augmentation capabilities of your aura to the max. I want you to focus on enhancing the lasso. Can you make it even stronger and more resilient than before? And if you manage to do so, give the furthest tree a new try. I'd like to see the potential of the enhanced lasso with your current skill level.”

  Elara listened intently, absorbing every word of Due's challenge. A new glimmer of determination and excitement sparkled in her eyes at the thought of pushing the capabilities of her augmentation aura to the extremes. "Alright, I'm ready for this one," she replied, a determined edge lacing her tone. "I will focus on making the lasso even stronger and more resilient, and I will aim to make it reach the furthest target."