[Austin Eventide]

"One always looks for tactics that produce the most benefit." Austin replied with a sly grin. "As for Risess, she is more concerned with our relationship than most I think...and probably knows more as well."
He licked lips following Jade's kiss and raised an eyebrow as she brought her staff to bare for spar. It was all new to him as far as this side of Jade was concerned yet he found it rather exciting and unsheathed his rapier. Of course he wouldn't in any time or place bring harm upon her, but that didn't mean that he wouldn't give her a run for her crowns in a good practice fight.

The trees formed a beautiful canopy above them with but a few slight breaks for sunlight. Leaves slowly drifted downward signaling the coming change in seasons. A light breeze flowed through, carrying the leaves and the sweet scent of flowers as well. Such a scene was almost dreamlike and peaceful with a slight energy hovering about.

"Jade, I would like it even more if you played as dirty as possible" He winked and swung his sword, ending in a salute. He was not sure how skilled he was in comparison to her but looked forward to finding out. He took his stance and began to circle with his blade in front of him. He tested her defenses with a few slaps of his blade and a light thrust.