[IRP] The Dead One Calls

[Lavi]

Her galdr being drowned out by the noise was the least of her own worries, since Cecily unwittingly allowed herself to be caught in the light brand's light as well. She shielded her own eyes in vain and clenched her jaw in irritation. Cecily was smart enough to know the extent of the blinding effect since she had seen light brands used in public exhibition matches between soldiers. However, she was not beyond adding her own complaints to the din.

"How did we go all this way without me knowing about that sword?" Cecily grumbled.

Cecily's own lapse of focus broke the welcoming spell she was placing on Satsume and, despite the noble attempting to restart her galdr, the third bandit made his move and attacked. At the same time, the bandit leader, having somehow avoided the light brand's flash, was quick to replace his bawling minion. He swung his club with expertise in a golf swing-like motion, aiming to separate Paige from the others.