Something to Tell

Cassadrei's POV

"Cassie! watch your foot." Victoria shouted, bringing me back to reality as I managed to dodge the attack with a sudden swiftness. The blade was almost inches from my foot, scraping it ever so slightly but I felt no pain. My mind was already feeling quite numb. 

Maland regained his position and looked at me disapprovingly, "Princess, you were distracted. Unfortunately, this will not do. You cannot afford to let the enemy think that they can just divert your mind and defeat you. You have to be careful and alert at all times." 

Then, he looked at Victoria and nodded slightly, "Also you are not allowed to warn Cassie in case she is distracted again because she must face the consequences of her actions."