MATED TO THE ENEMY ALPHA
I might not be really good with a sword but I have really good reflexes.
Steel rang out as Torin moved, forcing one back, but the creature didn’t retreat. Rather, it adapted, shifting its weight, eyes locked on Draven with unsettling focus.
“It’s like they know you,” I said sharply.
“Good then, because Volkava will know who he’s messing with.” His blade went into the heart of one.
Another one sprang forward, only to recoil violently as it crossed an invisible threshold.
The ground flared, and I heaved a sigh of relief.