Raising my hand, I say, "Actually, I have something I need to show you." I move a little bit out of the circle and allow my Chi to turn green. "Release." A red maple tree springs out from the ground. "Is it a normal thing?" I look back for reassurance and for the first time, I see a disturbed expression form on her face. It bothers me. I walk back into the circle and then show her my white Chi barrier. Still quiet, I explain, "I guess when I have the intentions to make things more traditional wood-element-like, my Chi will glow green. But if I just think of a plain barrier or shield, this happens.."