The snake lowered its head slowly until it touched the floor.
"Strike the wall."
The python's head shot forward and hit the reinforced steel with enough force to dent the metal before pulling back.
James tested a few more commands while confirming the snake responded to everything he ordered.
It obeyed completely, but its size made it difficult to use casually. Too large for narrow hallways or indoor spaces. Too dangerous to summon in public without causing panic. Too noticeable unless the situation was serious enough that he did not care about subtlety.
It was a powerful weapon he could deploy when needed, not a simple pet he could bring everywhere.
James dismissed the python before leaving the training room.
James received Finn's message after he returned home from the training facility.
Finn: We need to talk. Not about entering Floor 11 immediately. About what comes next. Can you meet tomorrow?
James read the message twice while sitting on his bed.
