His Bow And Her Sword (2)

[Pinnacle Academy, Stadium 1 - Arena A: Main Stage]

Pain exploded as the lightning slammed into his bare palm.

It seared through his arm, threatening to overwhelm his senses.

Rel's vision blurred, every nerve aflame. Regardless, within the agony, he sensed a momentary lapse in the attack's flow.

A scream of defiance ripped from his throat as he countered.

The black energy pulsed, straining against the electrical fury.

A burning shockwave radiated outwards, two forces locked in brutal combat.

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[Parry Successful!]

[Attack returning to the opponent!]

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...

Finally, Rel Laurence deflected the lightning with a desperate surge of will. 

SHAAAAAA!

The beam raced back towards Valencia, a streak of pure energy bearing the imprint of her own power.

"...!"