Kael presented a perfectly smoothed cornerstone, ready for a cathedral.
"I spent my energy trying to understand the stone," Kael replied. "I realized I didn't need to force it. I just needed to find the right place to apply the pressure."
Elian presented a pile of rubble. "Master, I worked harder than anyone else! I broke more stone than anyone in the history of the shop!" He was exhausted, his hands were calloused, and his spirit was weary.
When Kael finally struck the stone, he didn't use the heaviest hammer. He used a small chisel and tapped gently at specific points. Often, a whole section of the rock would fall away effortlessly, revealing the smooth shape hidden underneath.