Chapter 81

Gem and the cannibal broke apart like a zipper pulled open. Talin was in the middle, watching with narrowed eyes, spear clutched, breathing uneven. Her enemies moved differently despite their same objective; Gem, disciplined and holding back. Hnat, unsteady, like she couldn't decide which way to go. They attacked at the same time. Talin felt the crushing blow of Gem's sword vibrate on her spear. But it wasn't finished. Hnat was aiming for her face. "Ha!" Hnat said, as Talin blocked both...