She lashed out to connect a vicious looking blow to the Princess, just enough in the way of theatrics to look serious.  For a Krytoni recruit it would be a light tap, but she very much so doubted that the Shakou were so hardened.<br/><br/>I don't bargain with those who've already proven a lack of honor. Two.<br/><br/>Her knuckles whitened on the hilt.  It would be a shame to lose such a valuable bargaining chip, but it could possibly prove necessary. Her hand with the Krytoni swordbreaker fidgeted idly over the coarse leather, a plan already taking form. Leave it to the Prince to lack the proper knowledge to restrain a hostage.<br/><br/>A brief nod at the Prince's feet was all the signal she could spare to her maid.<br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">Spoiler: Click to Show/Hide</div><div class="spoiler_body">In some fashion, I approve heartily.  Perhaps a third party invasion?</div></div>