How about we form a partnership

"Alright, creature, although I don't know your level, but if you want to kill me, I'm afraid you are far from qualified," I proclaimed as I focused on trying to replicate and make use of the dog-like creature's language. This would give more room for maneuvers and open up more situations so I can secure a wonderful and precise strike. Saying this, I walked out of my hiding position and away from the pillar. As the creature heard my voice, it suddenly shuddered. It was shocked. "How can this human speak my clan's language?" the dog-like creature thought, unable to believe it. "Human, who are you?" the dog-like creature asked in an authoritative tone.