Hunt

Eyeing the monstrous wolf, I hissed, feeling the warm trickle of blood flowing out of my right arm. Although I could handle the pain, my hand trembled, lacking the strength required to firmly grasp my Katana.

Nevertheless, amidst the chaos, my mind remained sharp. Every nerve in my body seemed to awaken, heightening my senses to a level beyond my Rank. Though the situation looked dire, I knew that all it would take was one swift and precise strike to end the ferocious creature's life.

"..."

With a deep breath, I, firmly, yet tenderly, grasped the hilt of my Katana with both hands, feeling the cold metal sending a soothing shiver coursing through my fingertips.

My golden eyes bore into the fierce gaze of the wolf as if attempting to delve into the depths of its very soul.

.

'Come on...'

I silently whispered under my breath, waiting for the monster to make its move.

Howl...