[Henry doesn't reply to that, eyes suddenly sharp and cold as he watches the swing. His own blade snaps out, parrying the strike fluidly and in a way that makes it almost seem easy. The force does send a slight shock through the metal, enough to make Henry take notice...]
Not too bad. Sloppy and rough, with holes, but you've handled a blade besides a knife before.
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Not too bad. Sloppy and rough, with holes, but you've handled a blade besides a knife before.
[He doesn't attempt to strike back.]