[Manabu didn't dream of looking back or changing course when the risk of getting run down was still palpable, but that heavy clobbering sound of hooves on bone rattles him enough to skid to a stop and whirl around on a heel. maybe the sinking feeling in his gut helps stabilize him, but he's quick to find himself watching Vi plop down into the dirt like a ragdoll.
he didn't see the hit, but he can still tell: this ain't good.]
Vi!!
[danger or not, Manabu's not about to leave someone in the line of fire when they can't defend themselves. he hustles back, all but baseball sliding down to her side to grab hold and keep her upright by the shoulder while his other arm swings forward to point the saber at the horse.]
I think we gotta cut our losses now, Vi-- save it for a round two another day!
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he didn't see the hit, but he can still tell: this ain't good.]
Vi!!
[danger or not, Manabu's not about to leave someone in the line of fire when they can't defend themselves. he hustles back, all but baseball sliding down to her side to grab hold and keep her upright by the shoulder while his other arm swings forward to point the saber at the horse.]
I think we gotta cut our losses now, Vi-- save it for a round two another day!