[He shrugged his shoulders slightly. He was so used to being able to rely on those that he considered allies to at least put up a fight or provide a mercy kill. Some people he knew would enjoy taking a stab at him, and under normal circumstances, he'd probably welcome it as well.

Still, Fern was young. It was easy to forget that with how gung-ho the teen was about weapons and fighting.]

Maul can handle it. [That was said firmly.] Otherwise, Lance actually might do it. Vira-Lorr potentially, but she might choose not to. [And he had a high chance of killing her too. They knew each other well.]

Very well. Take all the time you need.