Sasuke didn’t expect the man to take action later than he did.
It was just that Sasuke was fast.
When people are about to move, their muscles will tense slightly in preparation for the movement. Sasuke’s eyes never overlooked that “source” of imminent movement. That was why it was possible for him to move before his opponent did.
Thunder’s blade cut through the dark.
My attack was too shallow!
The giant’s horn spiralled in mid-air.
However, it wasn’t a fatal wound. The giant stumbled backwards, then pulled out a broadaxe for a counterattack.
They have the position of advantage here.