He frowned at her. "I hear you, Amora... What you say makes sense. Just... please. Please don't make me do that."  He moved next to her and took her hand into his. "I will do it if I must, but try to make it so that I am not forced into... beating you. Part of the reason you will be such a good fighter is your will and passion. I don't want to break your spirit. If I break your spirit, then you will surely die. Your determination is the advantage you have on all others. Remember that." He kissed the back of her hand.