[b]He winced at the pain, the blow landing effectively, but not hitting anything too major, as the wavering in his stance lasted only a moment. He then retaliated, firing the rifle which was still in his left hand, buckshot flying out. Not much for damage, but enough to throw her off balance so the slide was not as clean, liable to cause her to go rolling.[/b] [b] He then holstered the rifle, putting a second hand on his Kirkhammer so he had enough strength to lift it from the ground, resting it on his shoulder.[/b] "You're quick. How far will that really get you...?"