As I turned to face another male, Astrid stepped in front of me. “I got this one, Al. You just stay alive in case someone falls.”
I realized then Freya had no intention of letting me fight.
“Watch out!”
Freya’s voice broke through my thoughts. I turned, raising my sword at the same time. A sword met my own with such force it nearly drove me to my knees. As soon as it lifted, I backed up and darted to the side, never letting my eyes leave my attacker. He was a mountain of a man, at least a foot taller than me, with a full beard, black eyes, and a crooked nose. The man didn’t appear as if he’d missed any meals either, which was good for me. He would definitely tire faster…I hoped.
When he lunged a second time, I dropped to the ground in a forward roll and jumped up, pivoting so fast I d
