When I agreed to mentor you
I never imagined it would come to us
facing each other
on this hilltop
sharpened claws each
waiting for the other’s attack.

I knew you were getting better
stronger
sharper and stabbier
but I didn’t think
ever
we would reach this point.

Luckily
age and grace
should always overcome
strength and skill.

Oof.
Oops.