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Chapter 9 - Fang wars (3)

Michael remained on the spot, he didn't move and kept staring at Richard as he approached him.

But his body suddenly began to transform as well, his muscles began to bulge and expand, his bones cracking and reforming to accommodate his newfound size and strength.

Black hair sprouted from his skin, covering his arms, legs, and torso in a thick, dark fur. His clothes ripped and tore, unable to contain his rapidly expanding body. His face elongated, his nose flattening and his jaw protruding into a pronounced muzzle. His teeth grew sharper, his canines lengthening into razor-sharp fangs. His eyes turned a piercing red, glowing with a fierce, animalistic intensity.

Michael's body continued to grow, his muscles ballooning as he transformed into a primal beast. His arms thickened, his hands morphing into massive, furry fists. His legs shortened, his feet transforming into broad, flat paws, giving him the shape and characteristics of a primate.

Finally, he stood as a towering gorilla, his massive body radiating power and strength. He beat his chest with a thunderous roar, the sound echoing through the air as he claimed his dominance over the surrounding landscape.

"Cheater! You switched," Richard growled at Micheal, who had a wide smirk on his lips.

He charged in at Richard, who was also approaching with incredible speed. They were going to have another round, but unlike the first fight, which was just a test of strength, this fight would fuelled by anger and bloodlust.

The clearing transformed into a battleground of primal fury as Richard and Michael met in a collision of sheer force. Richard, now a magnificent lycan, with his towering, wolf-like physique, pounced forward, his claws bared, eyes shimmering with a fierce determination. The ground shook beneath him as he closed the distance, muscles coiling like springs ready to unleash untold power.

Michael, now fully transformed into a colossal, gorilla-like beast, stood his ground, fierce and unyielding. His piercing red eyes locked onto Richard's, a silent challenge passing between them. With a guttural growl, he charged, his massive fists swinging with immense power, each strike capable of leveling trees.

The moment they collided, the impact reverberated through the field, sending a shockwave that scattered leaves and twigs into the air. This was going to be a fight between two beastly titans, and only one would emerge victorious.

Richard ducked and rolled, narrowly avoiding a devastating blow that would have sent him sprawling. He sprang back to his feet, agile and quick, leveraging his wolf-like traits to evade Michael's powerful swings.

"Is that all you've got?" Richard taunted, a deep growl escaping his throat as he circled Michael, searching for an opening.

Michael's response was a roar that shook the very air around them. He charged again, fists raised high, and Richard, quick on his feet, darted to the side, letting the gorilla's punch connect with the ground instead. The earth erupted in a shower of dirt and rock, and Richard seized the moment to leap onto Michael's back.

With claws digging into the thick fur, Richard attempted to wrestle the massive beast down. But Michael, fueled by rage and primal power, twisted violently, sending Richard tumbling off. Richard rolled to his feet, eyes blazing, and charged once more.

The two titans exchanged blows in a furious dance, each strike a testament to their raw strength. Richard aimed for Michael's throat, claws swiping through the air, but Michael deflected the blows with his massive arms, retaliating with powerful punches to Richard's sides. Each hit landed like a cannonball, but Richard's agility allowed him to absorb the pain, using it as fuel to push harder.

With a fierce howl, Richard leaped high into the air, aiming to land a crushing blow on Michael's head. But the gorilla anticipated the move, raising an arm to block. Richard's claws scraped against the thick fur, but Michael countered with a swift uppercut that sent Richard crashing to the ground.

The impact sent a jolt through Richard's body, but he rolled sideways, avoiding Michael's follow-up strike that would have crushed him into the earth. Gritting his teeth, Richard sprang back to his feet, launching himself at Michael with renewed ferocity. He aimed for the giant's legs, hoping to take the behemoth down.

Richard's claws raked against Michael's shins, bringing the gorilla momentarily off balance. Seizing the opportunity, Richard pushed his advantage, delivering a flurry of rapid strikes designed to keep Michael on his toes.

Michael, fueled by the challenge, strived to get back on his feet, his determination unwavering. He growled, the sound reverberating through the clearing, a battle cry that resonated with the very essence of his being.

With a burst of speed, he lunged at Richard's exposed side. The impact sent both of them crashing into a nearby tree, splintering the trunk in a shower of bark and leaves. Dazed but undeterred, they pulled away from the wreckage, both panting heavily, their bodies battered but not broken.

But they weren't finished, they faced each other again, the air thick with tension, Richard's instincts kicked in. He began to circle Michael, looking for weaknesses, while the gorilla stood firm, muscles flexing, eyes glowing with an intensity that spoke of primal power.

In a sudden flash of movement, Michael launched himself again, this time aiming low. He swept his body toward Michael's already, attempting to knock the giant down. But Richard was ready, he sidestepped and grabbed Michael by the scruff, lifting him effortlessly off the ground.

With a mighty heave, Richard hurled Michael across the clearing. Michael landed hard, the impact jarring his bones. But he wasted no time, rolling to his feet, he charged once more, fueled by the fire of survival.

As they collided again, the sounds of their battle echoed through the forest, a symphony of growls, roars, and the clash of titanic bodies. Each combatant pushed beyond their limits, the primal urge to dominate driving them forward.

In a moment of clarity amidst the chaos, Richard remembered the power of his howl. He unleashed a piercing howl that resonated deep within his core, channeling every ounce of energy and fury. The sound rippled through the air, a wave of energy that sent shivers down Michael's spine.

Stunned momentarily by the force of Richard's howl, Michael faltered, giving Richard the opening he needed. With a final surge, Richard leaped onto Michael once more, claws poised for a decisive strike.

They wrestled fiercely, bodies entwined in a chaotic display of power and agility. Richard's determination clashed with Michael's brute strength, each refusing to yield. In that moment, it was more than a fight, it was a battle of wills, a testament to the primal forces that resided within them both.

With a roar, they clashed in a storm of fur, muscle, and ferocity, their epic struggle echoing through the ancient woods, leaving a mark on the very earth itself. The fight raged on, neither willing to surrender, their destinies intertwined in a timeless dance of power and fury.

The two brothers exchanged blow for blow, their movements lightning-fast and their blows ringing out through the night air. Both were evenly matched, their powers and abilities perfectly balanced.

Then suddenly, a feminine shrill cry drifted... or rather burst into their ears, invading every single part of it. The loud, piercing cry resonated through the air, a deafening sound that seemed to shake the very foundations of the earth. It was a wave of both sound and energy that crashed over Richard and Michael, sending them flying across the clearing.

The two brothers were lifted off the ground, their bodies tossed about like rag dolls as the sonic wave washed over them. Their ears rang with a painful, piercing tone that seemed to threaten to shatter their eardrums.

They stood up and tried to find out the source of the loud shriek, but the cry continued to echo through the air, Richard and Michael stumbled and fell, their bodies crashing to the ground. They lay there, dazed and disoriented, their ears still ringing from the deafening sound. As they struggled to regain their footing, the cry stopped and a figure emerged from the darkness.

It was their elder sister, Naomi. But she didn't look much of herself anymore, her eyes were pitch black, almost lifeless. And her gold blonde hair had been replaced with a pale long, flowing hair.

She stood tall, her presence commanding attention as she gazed at her two brothers. Her eyes flashed with a fierce, protective anger, and her voice was like a knife cutting through the air.

"Enough!" she cried, her voice echoing through the clearing. "This fight ends now!"

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A/Q: Oy, you lads and lassies, let me know what you think of the battle scenes and also try and guess the creature Michael had turned into just before becoming a gorilla(Not vampire, something else). And Naomi too, guess what creature she became. Though it's pretty obvious, anyways thanks for reading.