Herbert is training in space-time magic, having made significant progress by following advice from his future self. He creates a large spherical magic field and jumps inside, mastering two basic spells: Accelerate and Delay. Currently, he finds Accelerate more useful, as it triples his speed, allowing him to move at extraordinary rates. During a duel with Rodeo, Herbert uses Accelerate to close the distance quickly, surprising Rodeo with his speed. Despite Rodeo's experience, Herbert manages to land a hit, but is soon countered and thrown to the ground. Rodeo acknowledges Herbert's improvement, noting that the rapid changes in speed caught him off guard. Herbert expresses pride in his training, which he undertook to prove himself. Rodeo reflects on the challenges of their current lives, having responsibilities that prevent him from acting freely as he once did. Despite the risks, he decides to support Herbert and promises to speak to Maxim on his behalf, recognizing Herbert's dedication and effort in his training.