Step by step, Lucian advanced toward Victor, his pace unbroken, his expression calm, almost detached. The tension in the room thickened with each step he took. Despite Victor standing in a full, ready stance, Lucian walked into his field of attack as though he didn't care or worse, as though Victor's preparation didn't matter.
Victor's body tensed instinctively, his well-honed instincts firing on all cylinders. Without hesitation, he threw a punch, a clean, powerful right hook aimed directly at Lucian's face.
How stupid, Victor thought as his fist cut through the air. He might have some skill, but walking this close without a stance? Without preparing? Victor's thoughts even as his movements stayed precise and fluid. Fighting isn't just about mentality it's about being ready. You've got to have your body aligned, your stance set. Acting cool doesn't make you a fighter.
