The Monster reeled back with a vengeance, its crimson claws stretching forward in a brutal arc, aiming to seize Kai. But the boy was ready.
His fist, glowing with crackling energy, shot forward, a fist of raw, concentrated lightning.
It collided with the Monster's claws, the power of the blow overwhelming the creature's deadly appendages.
In an instant, Kai's punch shattered the claws, sending fragments of crimson energy scattering through the air.
The Monster let out a guttural roar, but Kai didn't give it a chance to recover. He leapt forward, grabbing the Monster's palm — much larger than his own, but no less dangerous.
Without hesitation, he pushed off with all his strength, throwing the creature into the air.
He heard the familiar thump as the Monster was sent spiraling upward, propelled by Kai's sheer force.