[RoS] Soldiers of Fortune (IC)

[Anyr]

With one smooth motion, Kate's sword and shield were in her hands. Thank goodness she hadn't left those behind. While she still had freedom of movement, she rushed to Urukubarr's side. Her voice rang out across the room.

"Please, stand down! If you don't, we'll be forced to subdue you!"

That warning wasn't really for those ruffians' benefit. There was little hope of reasoning with them. No, Kate's words were intended for the guards. She wanted to give a strong impression of being civilised and lawful. Whose side (she seemed to say) should they take here: The irate thugs looking for an excuse to brawl? Or the calm, reasonable noble and her companions? The answer (Kate hoped) was obvious.