spoilers. [The man can only swallow. His face remains in shock, fingers curling around the grip of his sword, holding on like that would make a difference. Their gaze remains locked. His own breathing is slow by comparison.
They know he has the choice to act They know that would be futile.
This man had struck a fearsome blow in defense of his family; strong enough to blast him back and impale him on a stalagmite erupting from the floor. He still remembers the pain and how it had prompted him to afford this man the respect he deserves. To end his life from in front instead of behind. That it had made him focus on his own family and show that same dedication.
He stops recollecting and finally turns his attention to the man, affording him the dignity of a response.]
Would it have been better had you seen it coming?
[Either way, his daughter would have been left alone.]
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spoilers.
[The man can only swallow. His face remains in shock, fingers curling around the grip of his sword, holding on like that would make a difference. Their gaze remains locked. His own breathing is slow by comparison.
They know he has the choice to act They know that would be futile.
This man had struck a fearsome blow in defense of his family; strong enough to blast him back and impale him on a stalagmite erupting from the floor. He still remembers the pain and how it had prompted him to afford this man the respect he deserves. To end his life from in front instead of behind. That it had made him focus on his own family and show that same dedication.
He stops recollecting and finally turns his attention to the man, affording him the dignity of a response.]
Would it have been better had you seen it coming?
[Either way, his daughter would have been left alone.]