Anne and Vera resume sparring. Anne starts attacking Vera with some vicious strikes. Vera blocks a few, but after a while she gets clumsy. She lets several get through.
Even though getting hit with the wooden sword probably hurts, it seems Vera has decided it is better than exhausting herself any more. She doesn't move much and blocks about half of the attacks.
Anne starts to get angry, "What are you doing? I could have killed you five times over now."
Vera tries a little harder, but her exhaustion is very apparent.
Vera takes a deep breath, "Couldn't I just rest for a few minutes…just to catch my breath."
Anne starts to get angry, "You think the enemy will let you catch your breath?"
When Vera doesn't respond Anne walks over to the swords. She grabs two blunt swords and throws one at her.
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