[ There's a small surge of triumph, though there really shouldn't be. She's used to fighting elite soldiers, the best of the best, not cops who probably sit at a desk all day.
Still, it's been a while since she's had a win, and CT grins fiercely in return. She's so distracted by her success that she forgets to watch for the next attack. She notices and dodges his foot at the last moment, but it's too late, and the toe of his shoe catches her hard in the shin, making her stumble.
CT manages to keep her balance, but the grin disappears as she narrows her eyes and her focus, collecting herself before kicking right back. ]
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Still, it's been a while since she's had a win, and CT grins fiercely in return. She's so distracted by her success that she forgets to watch for the next attack. She notices and dodges his foot at the last moment, but it's too late, and the toe of his shoe catches her hard in the shin, making her stumble.
CT manages to keep her balance, but the grin disappears as she narrows her eyes and her focus, collecting herself before kicking right back. ]