Caiaphas stepped back and winced at the sound of metal, also unsure, before actually flinching at the sight of the scratch before she spoke. He was about to point it out when she did first, and he nodded. "I accept the victory. I am not amused about it, but I accept it. I can but hope for our next I am less... unprepared."<br/><br/>He was actually embarrassed about the fight, and gave her a full bow, lower than even the Queen had gotten, before he offered her his hand. "A good fight, and I know now where to focus my improvements on. Thank you."<br/><br/>He collected his sword and gave it a wipe down, before heading back to the horses. He mounted slowly, aching over every inch of his body as the adrenaline wore off, and fatigue began cashing its check. "Shall we, princess?"