The Unmatched Rivals
Lips twitching, he observed the legend's fuming and charred appearance. His eyes enlarged the next second as he saw grey water seep from the blackened skin. Under its influence, it recovered its healthy glow and suppleness in the blink of an eye as if its earlier state was nothing more than a mirage.
He clicked his tongue, his eyes trailing to Karna to understand why the King of Heroes claimed he had lost. After all, like Achilles, he was also invincible with his armor and earrings.
Simultaneously, the gaping hole in Karna's sides radiated a blinding light.
New muscles squirmed to restore their appearance before fresh skin covered them.
Then, Karna raised his palms, smiled knowingly, and shook his head.
On his side, Achilles' brows twitched as he finally tasted the frustration his past adversaries felt. Yet, beneath the annoyance, a steely glint sparkled in his eyes, and a question thundered in his mind.