Phil's Newfound Conviction

Author's Note: Unedited Chapter

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The students watching from the sidelines gasped, their admiration for Phil growing as they witnessed this.

-"I've heard of how he beats boys older than him up but I've never witnessed it."

-"He is so hot."

Several girls whispered excitedly to each other, their crushes on him solidifying as they watched him fight.

Phil's rage and strength peaked and he shredded the paper cocoon.

With a final, ferocious roar, he lunged at the battered Marcus, pinning him to the ground. His claws dug into Marcus's shoulders, and he bared his teeth in a snarl.

"Apologize," Phil growled, his voice barely human. "Take back what you said about my sister."

Bloodied and beaten, Marcus looked up at Phil with fear in his eyes. "Okay, okay! I take it back! I'm sorry!"

Phil hesitated for a moment while letting out heavy breaths. Then, with a final growl, he released Marcus and stepped back.