Nevertheless, General Varn took a step forward to be clear of it. Jev involuntarily took a step back himself. He'd expected a blow to compliment Varn's sudden advance, but there was none forthcoming. He kept half of his attention on Vagrin, until the instant came that the man was finally forced past them, with the force of Third Boundary men hot on his heels.
"If you will not attack, I'll take the lead," Jev declared, thrusting forward again, and this time following up with an immediate swipe. The thrust of his sword was knocked aside as it had been before, but this time he rode with the force of the blow, and jumped aside with it.
