Left off on a cliff-hanger, so I was happy to finish this. It's a little short, and that might continue for the next few chapters.
I ducked low as a metal arm swung over my head. I rolled across the sand, sliding my ace out of its sheath at my belt. The golem wasn't Gorn, but was much bigger and still had the left side of its face. The golem stomped forward, but I was ready. As the golem swung, I stepped into the swing and stabbed into the golem's arm. There was a crunch of metal, and the golem fell hard. It growled at me but I swung down at the metal monster's chest. It convulsed in pain, and it's arm clipped my temple. I took off up the hill, head pounding. When I reached the house, I burst through the door, seeing Sarah and Reeth sitting drinking cocoa. They look at me and say "W-what?" But I ignore them and sling the sword hung on the wall down. I flick off the lights and wait. After a few moments, I hear grinding thumps near the door. A shadowy figure slides up to the door, pauses, and slumps away. I relax and turn to Sarah and Reeth. I explain what happened, and ask "Why didn't it come in?" Sarah answers "It can't cross the threshold of a home. The golem would need to be stronger for that." Shira and Emma come out, and then I collapse.