Fenris's eyes blazed with fury as he charged straight at me. I ducked instinctively, dropping low and sliding across the ground, narrowly escaping the deadly arc of his claws. In a heartbeat, I sprang to my feet and unleashed a powerful roundhouse kick. I put everything I had into it, yet it only forced him back a few inches.

A wicked grin spread across his face, his eyes glinting with excitement. I gritted my teeth, knowing I had to stay on the offensive while keeping clear of his claws. ...