The creature's hammer crashes against the wall Lucia hides behind, causing chunks of concrete to crumble and fall all around her. The force of the impact sends tremors through the ground beneath their feet. As dust fills the air, he takes advantage of the temporary cover to slither closer, his clawed appendages scraping menacingly against the floor. His mandibles click excitedly in anticipation of sinking them into his prey's soft flesh. "We're done playing games," he growls ominously.

The monster’s gaze is fixed upon her, a chilling assessment lingering in his eyes. A subtle shift to his form signifies predatory intent.