Marvel Knight of Zodiac

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Just as Lizard was about to unleash a primal roar of rage, a fist as hard as steel collided with his cheek.

Caught off guard by the sudden punch, his roar was stifled in his throat, nearly causing him to bite his tongue. Lizard staggered back, fury igniting in his reptilian eyes.

"You little punk... ugh!"

James closed the distance, delivering another punch to Lizard's cheek, cutting off his voice once more.

"Do you want everyone to witness your newfound power, Connors?"

"You...!"

Despite the justified anger coursing through him, Lizard couldn't tolerate being interrupted. His genetically enhanced prowess demanded respect, and James' repeated assaults only fueled his rage. With a swift movement, Lizard raised his arm to block the incoming fist and extended razor-sharp claws from his other hand, aiming to puncture his opponent's defenses and teach the insolent child a harsh lesson.

But the anticipated strike never landed; James deftly evaded the sharp claws. In a fluid motion, he landed a solid blow to Lizard's chin, sending him crashing backward.

Thud! Lizard hit the floor hard, the impact resonating throughout the lab.

James landed with a twinge in his fingers. Lizard's defensive capabilities were no joke; even with James' strength and physical prowess, he had barely made a dent.

Although the fight was exhilarating, Lizard emerged unscathed, not a drop of blood spilled.

Lizard rose, fury surging. "You'll regret crossing me, you insignificant pest!"

Seeing Lizard unharmed, James smirked. "Good, I was getting bored of holding back."

With that, James burst into flames, emitting a high-pitched phoenix cry. Transformed into a fierce firebird, he soared at Lizard.

Caught off guard, Lizard was knocked back by the fiery assault, propelled backward. Not far behind him loomed a large French window.

Crash! The window shattered into a thousand pieces as James and Lizard flew out of the Osborne Building, James wasting no time and ascending to the rooftop.

Though the Osborne Building was deserted at this hour, discretion was vital. Neither James' nor Lizard's current appearances were suitable for public viewing.

With 108 floors, the Osborne Building towered over nearby structures, including the iconic Empire State Building, visible from the rooftop.

The night sky cloaked their activities, ensuring they remained unnoticed unless spotted by a helicopter.

Once they landed, the fiery aura around James dissipated, along with his fiery attire.

Facing a formidable opponent like Lizard as a pure Zodiac Knight candidate was both a trial and a learning experience for James.

Lizard rolled to the side, his instincts kicking in, focusing solely on James as the enemy. His sharp claws, fierce teeth, and powerful tail itched for action.

With a thunderous roar, Lizard lunged forward on all fours, muscles bulging with immense strength, propelling him like a cannonball.

Mid-air, Lizard extended his claws, aiming for James' chest, intent on a deep strike.

Perfect!

James, without relying on cosmic energy or armor, met the attack head-on. As the two collided, he deftly maneuvered to twist Lizard's wrist with one hand while landing a firm punch to his abdomen with the other.

Boom! Both were sent flying, but neither showed discomfort.

James felt his left arm go numb, unable to move it, while Lizard's abdominal muscles absorbed the full force of James' punch.

With this initial exchange, both fighters gained insights into each other's capabilities, preparing for the next round.

James knew that his strength without cosmic augmentation was limited. Pushing too hard might lead to a disadvantage, but he was undeterred.

Bruised but determined, he pressed on, ready to showcase his resilience and strength against the monstrous Lizard.