Chapter 42 Victory And Defeat

• Desmond's heart sank to its very depths. The punch he had just thrown carried seventy percent of his strength, yet it seemed to barely register on Chadwick.
• “Even a top-notch pro couldn't shrug off my punch like that,” Desmond mused inwardly, struggling to comprehend Chadwick's seemingly impenetrable defense.
• While grappling with these thoughts, Desmond marveled at Chadwick's youthful prowess, breaking through expert barriers to attain mastery at such a tender age.