[just a nod upward, a slip of a wink if she's able to catch his eye before she's off. she can't punch all her problems, but she can punch this one for sure. this one's everyone's problem, and that's something they could all use less of. besides, it's in the way. she quips because she can:]
Hey, I was wondering when you were gonna show up. Got a big welcome for ya.
[a swerve to the side as the creature moves forward, swatting empty air. a redirect toward its flank, and a hard strike with both fists. no time fuckery to counter it, it's a hit this time - maybe enough to count. maybe not, but she's got loads more where these came from.]
road work ahead
Hey, I was wondering when you were gonna show up. Got a big welcome for ya.
[a swerve to the side as the creature moves forward, swatting empty air. a redirect toward its flank, and a hard strike with both fists. no time fuckery to counter it, it's a hit this time - maybe enough to count. maybe not, but she's got loads more where these came from.]