by J. A. Areces
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FLASH!
Lord Alex appeared on a busy city street surprising pedestrians, his corporate building behind him.
FLASH!
The wizard appeared with staff in hand about four feet behind his adversary. Lord Alex whirled, his heavy coat following him. He pointed his wand, and a burst struck the bus stop sign next to Beifar. It cracked in two, crashing to the ground before the approaching bus. The huge vehicle shrieked as the driver slammed the brakes and its passengers hurled forward. Beifar took advantage of the distraction, and drove the staff hard on the floor, and with all his strength, he pushed his body forward bringing his legs out before him, and just as he was going to smash his heels on Lord Alex’s face…
FLASH!
Lord Alex was gone.
FLASH!
Beifar still in mid air, and gripping the staff, disappeared.
