The Chase (14)

The intensity of their fight escalated, with Erik's movements becoming faster and more desperate. Each strike held the weight of their resolve and determination to prevail in this clash of powers.

Simone lunged forward, his dagger aimed at Erik's chest, but the awakener had his defenses up and took no damage.

He quickly sidestepped and raised his weapon; his flyssa sliced through the air in a retaliatory strike.

Simone deftly parried the blow, his dagger clashing against the opponent's blade. The clash of metal echoed through the room as the two combatants engaged in a fierce and deadly dance.

Erik channeled his powers, and soon after, bones emerged from his arms, elongating and hardening into razor-sharp spikes.

With a fluid motion, he unleashed a flurry of bone thrusts toward Simone, who avoided them with quick and calculated movements.