
The sudden noise, the close movement, his training had taken over before his eyes even opened. Taking her by her wrist he swung her wide. Despite her hidden skill he threw her to the desk, scattering the tray she had brought and the papers to the floor. His left arm laid across her chest, pinning her hard as his right had drew his blade, the tip of the blade touching her neck. His eyes caught focus of the scene and he quickly released her. As guilty as he was embarrassed he too her had and lifted her to her feet, "I am so sorry. I hope I did not hurt you. It is..... not wise to wake me suddenly."