Diversion and Secrets
Roman staggered to his feet, his once proud and menacing stance now replaced with a hunched and broken face. His nose was a mess, with broken teeth scattered on the ground, and he struggled to contain the urge to howl in agony.
Despite his reputation as a formidable criminal, he had underestimated the sheer power of the woman before him.
Lyka, however, remained calm and collected. She knew that victory was never guaranteed until the battle was won, and so she kept her guard up and waited for the perfect moment to strike and end the fight once and for all.
Her breathing was slow and steady, and her eyes remained locked on him, watching for any sign of weakness.
Finally,
Her sharp eyes caught the moment when Roman lost his balance after standing up, and she immediately seized the opportunity.