Part 181: Frederick C

Hiyuuurgh! *strikes*

HMPH! *blocks*

Gah! H-how did you block that?!

You are not using your strength wisely. Too much wasted movement. Go and practice what I taught you.

Sir! Thank you, sir! *leaves*

Ah...

Frederick.

Miriel. What brings you here?

Fascinating... I was convinced that young lad had you dead to rights. But when his blow was about to land, you parried with the merest flick of your arm. Such a feat would seem to defy all natural laws. What is your secret? To what forbidden dark arts are you privy?

If you saw my arm move, then your eye is sharper than most. When my master-at-arms first showed me the technique, I did not see as much.

A woman of science is first and foremost an observer.

Ah! And a keen eye is a fine weapon.

But I don't think you came here to discuss swordplay.

On that count, you were wrong. I want you to teach me that move.

It is no easy trick to learn.

I am a patient woman.

Very well. Shall we begin?