Slumber In Silence

Arioch turned to the side to see Maximus approaching at high speed on a horse. Behind him was a wall of sand and above him were pillars of lightning. His eyes were glowing red as his dark horse marched forward.

He lived up to his name - Death on a horse.

Arioch's men darted towards Maximus and Arioch watched as bolts of lightning fell from the sky and attacked them. They all fell on the ground burnt to a crisp. 

Arioch stood there stunned. This is the first time he is seeing the power of Maximus face-to-face. He has heard of the valor of the Brute on the battlefields and he never thought he is this powerful.

Arioch fisted his hands. His blood boiled as jealousy took over. Grabbing his sword, he ran at Maximus, letting go of Alexandra's hand.