[ Houou backs up a single step, guard still up as she falls and his gaze is intense, watching as Arya gains her feet again. It's the kind of quality he's looked for in all of his kin, the level of tenacity in the face of a greater enemy, that would qualify her being considered included in his clan.
The Maniwa fought tooth and claw, they expected nothing less of those in their number, young or old. ]
You have a predators bearing-- I envy your teachers in their skill.. Here, rest a moment. We have the day.
[ Houou's not yet winded, but there's sweat curling the soft hairs at his nape and brow and he scoops up a cup of water he'd previously set aside, offering it to Arya. His other hand is offered palm up, a gesture of peace - he's not setting a trap.. yet of course. ]
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The Maniwa fought tooth and claw, they expected nothing less of those in their number, young or old. ]
You have a predators bearing-- I envy your teachers in their skill.. Here, rest a moment. We have the day.
[ Houou's not yet winded, but there's sweat curling the soft hairs at his nape and brow and he scoops up a cup of water he'd previously set aside, offering it to Arya. His other hand is offered palm up, a gesture of peace - he's not setting a trap.. yet of course. ]