The woman moved first. She was fast—really fast. One second she was standing there, and the next, she became a blur, reappearing right beside me with a sharp kick aimed straight for my head. I didn't bother calling on Guardian to shield myself because I wanted this to be fair and square. Instead, I raised my arm and blocked her kick head-on. The impact rippled through my arm, sending a jolt of force through me. She was strong—really strong—but even with all that power, she didn't move me an inch.
Her eyes widened in surprise, a flicker of disbelief crossing her face before she quickly recomposed herself. She came at me again, more aggressive this time. But just like before, I didn't flinch.
"What the...?"
"Is that all?" I asked.
