Elinor
Don't embarrass yourself out there, firstborn," Ramsy growled as he started to shift.
I said nothing in response, not giving him the power to distract me. I started to shift, the pain from my shoulder, and then my knee dislocating brought me down to one knee.
I expected the gasp that echoed from the crowd as I completed my shift, so I didn't let that bother me either. My stark white coat was surely a shock to everyone, including Ramsy, who could only stare at me for a moment. He snapped out of it quickly and rushed at me at top speed.
Our growls echoed through the arena as we battled, nails tearing through fur and teeth sinking into flesh. He was strong, very strong, but I was quicker. Still, that didn't prevent him from causing some serious injuries.