Loren POV
I sent wave after wave of energy with each swipe of my sword. Amedis dodged all of my blasts, but just barely. My attacks were, at the very least, keeping the beast at bay. In close quarters, Amedis would be more problematic.
The proximity to the power of the Roses seemed to be weakening Amedis. He appeared to be moving more slowly and sluggish with each attack. His breathing became heavier, as though the embers of my flames intoxicated the very air.
But continuously maintaining my powers was starting to take its toll on my body. I decided to allow the flames to dissipate, saving the remainder of my energy for a fatal blow. My movements would be slower now, and I would have to move consciously, but I could still use wind magic to propel me.
With my flames gone, Amedis attacked again but with more ferocity. I shot a bolt of lightning at him, striking and staggering him, forcing him back into human form.
He growled and roared with rage.
