Colton Maverick: Manor security top-notch, huh? How's it keep out the riff-raff like me?
yeah... I guess it did... but... I'm still kind to people... I smile
raises an eyebrow, a mischievous glint in his eyes Kind to people, huh? Well, sweetheart, I hope you don't mind a bit of tough love.
no... I actually like that...
grins Good to know, sweetheart. Then let's start with a little training session. It's time you learned how to defend yourself even better.
stands up and walks over to a nearby punching bag Alright, sweetheart. Watch closely. This is how you properly throw a punch. demonstrates a powerful punch Colton Maverick: looks over at intrepidm Your turn. Show me what you've got.
I get into a fighting stance
smirks Good, sweetheart. Remember, it's all about focus and precision. moves to a safe distance Show me your best shot.
I throw a punch at the punching bag
nods approvingly Not bad, sweetheart. Keep your eyes focused on your target. demonstrates a spinning kick Now try this.
laughs Don't worry, sweetheart. It takes time and practice to master those moves. Just keep at it and you'll be a pro in no time. offers his hand to help intrepidm up
I take his hand and get up
smirks Don't get too comfortable on the ground, sweetheart. In the real world, you won't always have someone to catch you when you fall.
I keep trying and eventually lands it
claps his hands together Good job, sweetheart! Keep practicing and you'll be able to take down any target you set your sights on.
grins You know, sweetheart, with your natural talent, there's no limit to how far you can go. How about we step things up a notch?
smirks Alright, sweetheart. Now let's move on to some advanced techniques. We're going to work on your hand-to-hand combat skills.
grabs two sets of nunchucks from a nearby shelf Hold on tight, sweetheart. We're about to take your skills to the next level. demonstrates how to properly hold and wield the nunchucks Colton Maverick: looks over at intrepidm Your turn. Show me what you've learned.
I try to use them but falls
laughs Don't worry, sweetheart. It takes time and practice to master the nunchucks. Just keep at it and you'll be a pro in no time.
sorry... I kick the nunchuck accidentally
grabs his pocket knife No need to apologize, sweetheart. Accidents happen when you're learning new skills. cuts a few inches off the nunchucks
wait... is that a pocket knife?
grins You're quick, sweetheart. Yes, it is a pocket knife. But don't worry, it's perfectly legal as long as you use it responsibly.
smirks Now, sweetheart, let's try something even more challenging. We're going to practice your stealth and agility. We'll have a little obstacle course set up outside. You ready to give it a shot?
sets up an obstacle course outside the manor, with various challenges such as climbing walls, jumping over obstacles, and dodging targets Alright, sweetheart. Let's see how quickly and efficiently you can navigate this course. Time to show off your skills!
I try to climb the wall but falls
laughs Don't worry, sweetheart. Climbing walls is a skill that takes practice. Let me show you a few tricks to make it easier. demonstrates different techniques for climbing walls Colton Maverick: looks over at intrepidm Your turn. Show me your best attempt.
claps his hands together Good job, sweetheart! You're getting the hang of it. Keep practicing and you'll be scaling walls like a pro in no time.
cheers That's it, sweetheart! Perfect form. You're really showing off your agility now. Keep it up!
I try to dodge the targets but fails
laughs Don't worry, sweetheart. Dodging moving targets is one of the hardest skills to master. Let me give you a few tips.
leans in close, speaking in a low, intense tone First, you need to anticipate the target's movements. Predict where it's going to move next.
Second, you need to focus on the target and block out all the other distractions. Just concentrate on the target and anticipate its next move.
I try to dodge the target
claps his hands together Excellent job, sweetheart! You're really improving. Keep practicing and soon you'll be dodging targets like a pro.
grins You know, sweetheart, with your natural talent and dedication, there's no limit to how far you can go. How about we step things up a notch?