Agent 17, though initially exhilarated by the unexpected challenge posed by Shadow, began to realize the gravity of the situation. The protection barrier surrounding his targets had proven more formidable than he had anticipated. The excitement of the battle still pulsed through his veins, but a seed of caution took root in his mind.
As the clash continued, Agent 17's analytical mind raced to adapt. He acknowledged that Shadow was not just a skilled adversary; he seemed to be intimately familiar with every nuance of Agent 17's own movements. It was as if Shadow anticipated and mirrored his actions with uncanny precision.
In a brief pause between strikes, Agent 17 recalibrated his approach. His initial strategy, rooted in the assumption that he could overpower his opponents swiftly, now required adjustment. Shadow's ability to read and respond to his movements demanded a change in tactics.
