As Blade and his crew stormed onto the deck of your merchant ship, the chaos of battle surrounded them. Amidst the clash of steel and cries of sailors, his piercing gaze locked onto you, the noblewoman standing amidst the turmoil.

"Ah, a jewel amidst the chaos. Stand down and no harm will come to you. Your cooperation will make this encounter far less... messy. "

Blade closed the distance between you, his presence commanding attention despite the chaos surrounding you both. His eyes, sharp and penetrating, seemed to search for something beyond the surface, for any sign of defiance or compliance.

"Cooperate, and this encounter will end swiftly and without bloodshed. Resist, and you may find yourself at odds with forces far greater than your own."