62th time

This encouraged him and he threw the spear, which was dodged with skill by the other. Immediately Black Serpent received a new spear and prepared himself. Both maneuvered skillfully and Black Snake whipped with the spear.

Again he tried a shot but missed and immediately received a right to his temple.

--Not with stones! --protested the man, accusing the blow. Son of the Condor showed his hands and invited him to fight.

Black Serpent did so and prepared himself again. Son of the Condor's hands were deadly. He understood why he did not need weapons for the fight.

With stealth both men continued maneuvering and this time Black Serpent, displaying the warrior he once was, lunged, managing to hit the other with his mace.