Koti stood before the mysterious woman, Nati, his body poised in a defensive stance. Thor, ever vigilant, growled with heightened intensity, his protective instincts kicking into overdrive. As Nati approached, her own battle-ready stance wielding a sword, the tension in the air crackled with anticipation.
In a blur of motion, Nati leaped towards Koti, using the blunt side of her sword to avoid causing harm to the young boy. Koti's instincts and agile reflexes guided him as he effortlessly dodged her attack, his youthful form moving with grace and agility that belied his age. The forest seemed to whisper in awe, witnessing the dance between these two formidable adversaries.
Curiosity mingled with caution as Koti found his voice amidst the adrenaline-fueled encounter. "What do you want?" he demanded, his young voice filled with determination. Nati's response sent a shiver down his spine, her words laden with an air of mystery. "You must be the Wolf master, for the Wolf protects you," she proclaimed, her eyes locked onto Koti's.
Confusion knitted Koti's brows together as he tried to comprehend her cryptic words. The notion of being a Wolf master seemed foreign to him, yet he couldn't deny the unbreakable bond he shared with Thor. Before he could question her further, Nati lunged at him once again, her intentions clear. "You're very young to be involved in these matters. I must capture you and bring you back to the village for interrogation," she declared, her voice tinged with an unyielding determination.
Koti's mind raced, trying to fathom the reasons behind Nati's pursuit. He knew he couldn't let himself be taken captive, not when there were still countless mysteries waiting to be unraveled. As Nati launched another attack, Koti effortlessly evaded her sword, his lithe form navigating the battlefield with an uncanny ease.
A hint of amusement flickered in his eyes as he taunted her, "What is even your name?" Nati's response was swift and laced with menace, her strikes intensifying. "Nati, but that doesn't matter now because you will fall into a deep slumber," she hissed. With each swing of her sword, she aimed to overpower Koti, but his nimbleness allowed him to evade her blows effortlessly.
Frustration creased Nati's face as she realized her adversary's remarkable speed and agility. Doubts began to cloud her mind, whispering that perhaps underestimating this young boy had been a grave mistake. Determination etched into Koti's features as he underwent a transformation, his countenance shifting to that of a hunter, reminiscent of his past encounters in the Olympic arena of his previous world.
A steely resolve resonated in his voice as he challenged her, "Hey, you want to kill me? Drop your sword on the ground now." Nati hesitated, her confidence wavering for the first time. In that momentary lapse, Koti seized the opportunity, moving with the swiftness of a seasoned warrior. He closed the gap between them, grasping her sword with his bare hand and snapping it in two, rendering her weapon useless.
Nati's eyes widened with disbelief as Koti delivered a precise punch to her abdomen, sending her sprawling onto the ground. She clutched her stomach, gasping for air, her face etched with a mix of desperation and astonishment. "What... You're already on the ground? I expected more from an adult," Koti taunted, his voice infused with a mix of confidence and youth.
Turning his attention to Thor, who had been observing the encounter with unwavering loyalty, Koti's expression softened. "Hey Thor, let's carry her and go to the village she mentioned." Thor's tail wagged in agreement, a canine smile spreading across his face. Together, Koti and Thor followed the faint traces left by Nati, embarking on a journey that would lead them to the village she had spoken of.
After hours of tracking, they reached a remarkable sight—a towering wall made of intricately woven wood, the first human structure Koti had ever encountered in this fantastical world. His eyes widened with wonder as he took in the sight, absorbing the presence of civilization in the midst of the untamed wilderness.
Surveying his surroundings, Koti's gaze settled upon a wooden gate, the entrance to the village beyond. The chapter concluded, leaving Koti and Thor standing before the gate, anticipation bubbling within them as they prepared to unravel the secrets that awaited them within the enigmatic village.