The force of the explosion sent Fan crashing into a nearby barrier. A trickle of blood runs from a shallow wound on his forehead as he regains his balance. In an instant, Fan tore away his poncho, and drew his blaster from the holster at his side. In the corner of his eye, Fan sees Serena lying on the ground; unconscious.
For a long moment, Fan and the aggressor simply gaze into each other's eyes; sizing one another up. Tearing himself away from his opponent's dark eyes, Fan sent a volley of blaster fire in his direction.