[He could deflect the blow. Or dodge. But this is lesson one. If she gets discouraged, she'll get angry, and make more mistakes. And start a vicious cycle.]
[So he allows her to strike him. It does hurt -- if only because that joint is abused and aching already.]
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[So he allows her to strike him. It does hurt -- if only because that joint is abused and aching already.]
[After she passes, he steps aside, and nods.]
You hit well.