Sonya weaved through Simon's attacks with frightening fluidity.
Her tiny body moved like flowing mud between cracks, then her shoulder slammed into Simon's chest as the earth rose beneath her feet.
Bam!
Simon slid backward, but this time he didn't stop.
He pushed forward immediately.
Punch.
Elbow.
Knee.
Palm.
Feet.
The tempo intensified.
Dust exploded around them.
Shockwaves spread across the training ground.
Stone cracked beneath their feet repeatedly, and Sonya laughed excitedly the entire time.
"Yes! That's it! Stop fighting like some elegant swordsman!"
Bam!
She punched Simon's cheek.
Simon retaliated instantly with a hook.
Sonya ducked.
Her palm touched the ground, and the earth beneath Simon's left foot instantly rose.
His balance shifted, and Sonya took advantage of the opportunity.
Her fist buried itself into his ribs.
Boom!
Simon flew backward across the training ground before skidding violently to a stop.
Dust slowly settled.
Sonya cracked her neck.
