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Glaukos snapped his teeth towards Kallik just as the other boy released his grip.

Pain was not new to the auxillia, but it was fresh and hot, and made him move differently. His shoulder bled openly and Glaukos' instincts were at war with one another over it: wanting to protect himself by moving back, but also seeing Kallik retreat and re-position, Glaukos wanted to chase him and seek revenge.

Kallik must have noticed the delay and swept close to grab for him again, this time his other forearm, and Glaukos twisted back and away. There wasn't enough time to strike - so when Glaukos' teeth snapped they met air.

He was bristling and much angrier now, but was forcing himself to adjust to the pain before it could overwhelm him. He looked for another opening to exploit - eager to exact some kind of retribution.