Kirk nodded at James as well, adopting a ready stance, and the dark-haired guard counted down from three.  On start, Cain’s opponent started circling, wanting to see what the other man’s first move would be.  His manner was very different -- and it concerned the guardsman.  Particularly if the wee lass liked him, and it seemed she did, he wanted to know more about Cain.

(SHORRRT.  Go ahead and beat him up.  I trust you to show that he knows what he’s doing but is still outmatched.  They’re guards to protect kids, not to foil assassinations.  Probably uses a combination of targeted strikes and regular fisticuffs, with a side of wrestling.))

[@TheMinorFall]