The demon's scales shimmered under the dim light, catching my eye as I landed a precise blow. The edge of my blade slid across its surface, but instead of biting into flesh, it skidded with a metallic screech, barely leaving a mark. I frowned, my mind quickly analyzing the situation. These weren't ordinary scales—they were tougher, almost like they belonged to something much more formidable.
"Strange..." I muttered under my breath, dodging the demon's retaliatory swipe with ease. The shimmering effect of its scales triggered a memory, something I had encountered once before. Lizard, maybe? No, not quite... something more significant. My mind worked rapidly, connecting the details.
I shifted, striking again, this time aiming for a weaker point beneath the neck. My blade sliced through the air with deadly precision, but the scales there shimmered the same, deflecting part of the blow. The demon recoiled, growling in frustration, but it was clear—this wasn't just any demon.
