The rays of sun cut through the forest canopy, bathing the small clearing in soft golden light.
Dew still clung to the leaves that were glistening like tiny crystals.
In the center of the clearing, the sound of
swift movements, sharp gusts of wind, and the occasional low growls echoed.
Whoosh!
Kai moved with practiced ease, as he ducked and sidestepped Vex's Phantom Slash, only to counter with a wooden throwing knife aimed toward Falcon, who was streaking through the air.
Falcon twisted mid-air at the last second, diving low and skimming the ground in a flash of speed.
Vex reappeared behind Kai, her claws glowing faintly.
But Kai spun around just in time.
Parrying with his dagger.
Clang!
The clash echoed briefly before both sides backed off again.
No killing intent. But no holding back either.
