still not sold on this whole 'fighting' thing

Sayuri attempted to be a decent and respectful sparring partner. The nervousness was quite prominent in Aryn's eyes and gestures, so she tried to cater to the woman's inexperience and anxiety. The greyscale female rushed her, trying to close her jaws around Sayuri's scruff. The intention of not drawing blood was there, and she would do the same for Aryn best she could.

The koi woman tilted her skull to the side, allowing Aryn to hold onto her. She had already gripped her blade and she aimed a smack with the end of the sheathing on Aryn's skull. Just a tap, but not so gentle, attempting to get the grip loosened and she may free herself. Of course, the woman could let go before that. Either way, she had plans in the works.

A spar was a fight, less serious, but an excellent place to formulate ideas!

"Speech"