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Chapter 21: Blades and Boundaries
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2024-12-21 09:00:08The training field was alive with the clamor of steel and the sharp crack of dummies breaking apart. The pack’s warriors took turns demonstrating their mastery of the special blades, each strike a testament to their skill and strength. The warm sun cast long shadows across the field as sweat glistened on brows and muscles strained in calculated movements.
Erika stood on the sidelines, observing as Alessandro stepped forward, the crowd murmuring with anticipation.
“Let’s see if our Beta still has his touch,” Pippo quipped, folding his arms as he leaned casually against a fence post.
Alessandro smirked, twirling the blade in his hand before settling into a ready stance. “Watch and learn,” he retorted.
The dummy in front of him didn’t stand a chance. Alessandro’s movements were sharp and precise, his blade slicing through the air with fluid grace. A quick feint to the left, followed by a pivot and an upward sla
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