[Ven jerks when he sees her strike coming, bringing his shoulder up so that his spaulder catches the brunt of the blow.]
Thanks. I've trained for as long as I can remember, yeah.
[It's meant as a harmless remark, but considering what he's admitted to her before concerning his memory -- and lack of it -- it might mean more than what his easy smile suggests.
Still, his reaction is quick as he brings his weapon up and around, looking to lock blades and gauge her strength.]
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Thanks. I've trained for as long as I can remember, yeah.
[It's meant as a harmless remark, but considering what he's admitted to her before concerning his memory -- and lack of it -- it might mean more than what his easy smile suggests.
Still, his reaction is quick as he brings his weapon up and around, looking to lock blades and gauge her strength.]