Marc had to admit that reading people was never one of his strengths. Anyone could figure out that someone was mad when they flew off the handle. However, it proved challenging when they teetered on the edge of insanity.
Still, there were clues, such as erratic movements, a predatory stare, clenched jaw and fists. One simply had to observe their breathing, perspiration, and heart rate.
The last three were key, because these were predominantly autonomous responses. Few were able to prevent the veins on their forehead from bulging. Hunters were amongst the few who could consciously control their autonomous functions, and that was why they were dangerous.
Disclaimer: This excerpt from Man of War is currently in development. There may be typos, errors, omissions, inconsistencies and so forth.
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