Thanks to the continuous damage inflicted by [Mindrender]—and even though this simulated monster didn't possess true sanity, there was some kind of aggressive AI triggered by pain and threat—the Giant Rabid Rooster's attention was completely fixed on me. It no longer commanded or coordinated its flock. All that remained in its blazing red eyes was the desire to crush me.
It charged forward, its massive legs tearing through the asphalt of the parking lot.
I braced myself, knees slightly bent, [Mindrender] held in both hands for a powerful strike. My plan was simple: when it got close enough, I'd jump, dodge the direct attack, and deliver a decisive slash to its neck.
But this Rank S monster wasn't that straightforward.
When we were just meters apart, instead of continuing its charge or pecking, the Giant Rooster suddenly halted. Its four eyes blinked in sync. Then, its tooth-filled beak gaped wide, not to bite, but to...
SKREEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!!!
