Chapter 143
Julie's point of view
His laughter widened and he shook his head in disbelief: "You're truly crazy!"
I said with a sharp seriousness as I stepped toward him: "If Olivia tries to attack me again, she won't just stand there and let me hit her. I have to learn how to block attacks."
His features turned serious as he studied my slender frame compared to his massive build: "Fine, Julie, but this is dangerous... First, I'm a man. Second, I'm professionally trained in combat, and you're still a beginner."
I smiled with a rebellion that made the veins in my neck pop: "You'll have to lower your level a bit, Max."
He exhaled in resignation, tossing the pads aside: "Fine... as you wish."
He stood opposite me in a real fighting stance; his legs apart, his arms protecting his face and chest.
He said in a cautious tone: "I'll try to be gentle."
I took a defensive stance, feeling a sharp focus enveloping my senses. I said defiantly: "Come on... show me what you've got."
