The homunculus was stronger than me, more experienced with her power, and faster. But, though she moved with grace, her blows and counters were wild and aimless. I saw them coming a mile away. In contrast, my attacks became brutally precise. I aimed for vital points that would cause the most pain; a blow to her kidney, a direct jab to her sternum, a vicious kick to her knees, shattering the bone. Though she was able to dodge most of the attacks with her speed, I got in enough hits to turn her smug grin into a scowl.
Soon enough I began to realize the frustrating futility of a battle between homunculi. Though I was more skilled in hitting her vitals, she would merely heal instantly! We were tireless, locked in an endless violent dance without the burden of fatigued muscles or need for oxyg
