DARIAN
Zeus’s fist crashes into my jaw, snapping my head to the side. Pain explodes through my skull, and the metallic taste of blood floods my mouth. I stagger back, vision blurring, but the fire in my chest burns hotter.
He doesn’t wait. Another blow lands on my ribs, forcing the air from my lungs. I double over, gasping, but manage to block his next punch with my forearm.
"Come on, brother," Zeus taunts, a sneer on his face. "Is that all you've got?"
I lunge forward, aiming a punch at his gut, but he sidesteps, grabbing my arm and twisting it behind my back. Pain shoots through my shoulder.
"You're predictable," he whispers in my ear.
With a surge of strength, I elbow him in the ribs, breaking his hold. He grunts, stepping back. I turn to face him, breathing heavily.
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