I gripped the blade tightly, and focused my breathing, taking in deep shallow breaths.  “Hinokami Kagura!’’ My voice echoed through the small village as I drew back my sword in preparation. I rushed quickly towards the demon, my blade drew near the neck of the demon, closer and closer, finally, I sliced the neck of the demon. Its head landed on the ground with a “Thud’’ finally I had defeated it. I slowed my breathing and laid down on the ground recovering from my long battle with the demon.

By: Hayden Westmorlan