[Oops. She hadn't meant to actually hit him, though that's always a possibility when two swords clash. At least both of them are skilled enough that they don't have to worry about any accidental lethal or limb-lopping blows landing.]
Who was your teacher?
[As he pauses for breath, she does the same, before launching herself once more to press the attack. One two three, a cut followed by a cross-cut finishing with a reverse before she dances nimbly back.]
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Who was your teacher?
[As he pauses for breath, she does the same, before launching herself once more to press the attack. One two three, a cut followed by a cross-cut finishing with a reverse before she dances nimbly back.]
What made you want to take up the sword?