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In fact,

Menchi had spent years in the mountains and forests. Not only did she often face off against all manner of ferocious beasts, she also frequently encountered illegal poachers.

Thus, some conflicts were unavoidable.

It was through such an environment and experience that Menchi had gradually developed a combat style suited to herself.

She lunged forward like a cheetah, leaning her body forward to reduce her target area, and charged straight toward the Shadow Copy.

Though her charging momentum was eye-catching, and there was not a single unnecessary movement throughout.

Her speed still was not fast enough.

The Shadow Copy seized the initiative instead. The instant Menchi reached it, it raised a hand and threw a straight punch at her face.

As the sharp fist came head-on, Menchi pressed down with her heel, braked abruptly, then changed direction and circled behind the Shadow Copy.

The entire sequence flowed as smoothly as water.

Not only had her decision avoided the Shadow Copy's straight punch, it had also created an opportunity to land a heavy blow on it.

This may be my only chance!

Menchi's gaze was intensely focused. She curled her fingers, concentrating aura around the edge of her fist, and struck with all her strength at the Shadow Copy's spine.

However—

The Shadow Copy seemed to have eyes in the back of its head. Its left hand reached around its back and accurately caught Menchi's wrist.

"Huh?!"

Menchi was slightly startled, but she did not lose her composure.

The very next instant after her wrist was caught, she forcefully raised her foot and kicked at the Shadow Copy's groin.

Watching Menchi's instantaneous countermeasure from outside the fighting circle, Moyu's brows rose slightly, and admiration appeared in his eyes.

Inside the fighting circle.

The Shadow Copy merely clamped its legs