[It was satisfying to see his observations and theories come to fruition, but equally fulfilling is meeting someone who has a good head on their shoulders. It doesn't hurt that Shiro, rough around the edges as he is, seems to know his way around combat and is well aware of his points to improve on.
Which is why all through Shiro's exposition and counterattack, Jade keeps up a smile even as one of the strikes he fails to parry manages to leave a bruising mark. Speed could only take him too far and he finds himself forced to what he's been avoiding, and his unsteady hand in that regard is telling. Still, this is all good to know for the future so he might be better prepared in a more serious fight, already drumming up a routine that will help ease himself out of the double-handed parries he's more used to.]
You'll get used to it, in any case. [He says as he adjusts his stance and positions his rapier properly once more.] If an old dog like me could still take this much punishment and learn a few new tricks, I'm certain a young one like you would be capable of much more interesting feats.
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[It was satisfying to see his observations and theories come to fruition, but equally fulfilling is meeting someone who has a good head on their shoulders. It doesn't hurt that Shiro, rough around the edges as he is, seems to know his way around combat and is well aware of his points to improve on.
Which is why all through Shiro's exposition and counterattack, Jade keeps up a smile even as one of the strikes he fails to parry manages to leave a bruising mark. Speed could only take him too far and he finds himself forced to what he's been avoiding, and his unsteady hand in that regard is telling. Still, this is all good to know for the future so he might be better prepared in a more serious fight, already drumming up a routine that will help ease himself out of the double-handed parries he's more used to.]
You'll get used to it, in any case. [He says as he adjusts his stance and positions his rapier properly once more.] If an old dog like me could still take this much punishment and learn a few new tricks, I'm certain a young one like you would be capable of much more interesting feats.