[ the surprise registers openly on his face, his mouth even opening in a little "o" at how easily his blow is able to be deflected. it wasn't the most creative feint, but it was something that was seldom predicted, less so from a man who hadn't had a chance to see much of his battle abilities in person.
admittedly, it's kinda hot. the fact that Rex Lapis is so strong excites him in a way that few can, the promise of a fight too tantalizing to pass up.
the fact that he can't even begin to push him away is just the cherry on top. Rex Lapis has power, and not the kind that comes with the application of a drug that robs him of all his senses. he's got the kind of strength that Childe can really let loose against. ]
Is that supposed to deter me? [ he knows that his gun is within reach, knows he could potentially end it here and now with one quick motion - but he doesn't go for it right now. instead, he straightens, bouncing from foot to foot, shifting his center of gravity as though unsure to determine how to come at him next. glancing down, Childe gauges the distance between the pair of them, how many feet of space he has to close - and comes to a decision.
when he lunges at him, this time, it's a clean, open rush; he swings, relying on the strength of his upper body, aiming a powerful right hook at Rex Lapis's head in a gestures that's as much to test his reflexes as it is to attack. ]
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admittedly, it's kinda hot. the fact that Rex Lapis is so strong excites him in a way that few can, the promise of a fight too tantalizing to pass up.
the fact that he can't even begin to push him away is just the cherry on top. Rex Lapis has power, and not the kind that comes with the application of a drug that robs him of all his senses. he's got the kind of strength that Childe can really let loose against. ]
Is that supposed to deter me? [ he knows that his gun is within reach, knows he could potentially end it here and now with one quick motion - but he doesn't go for it right now. instead, he straightens, bouncing from foot to foot, shifting his center of gravity as though unsure to determine how to come at him next. glancing down, Childe gauges the distance between the pair of them, how many feet of space he has to close - and comes to a decision.
when he lunges at him, this time, it's a clean, open rush; he swings, relying on the strength of his upper body, aiming a powerful right hook at Rex Lapis's head in a gestures that's as much to test his reflexes as it is to attack. ]