Ravensblood Forest Young Guardian

Vale rushed her with little fanfare — he was efficient, striking her twice in the left shoulder and once on her left foreleg. She could feel Vale's teeth, but he was being careful, a good thing, too; he had nearly all his adult teeth, and he could easily do damage if he really wanted to.

As Vale bounded away, Violante swung out to hit him with her flank, to unbalance him before he could strike once more. Never turn your back on an opponent, she advised him calmly. Violante began to circle her son. Strike again. Try to find an opening.