[spoiler]Let's just assume this is after augmenting Alyssa, as it would be easier for training's sake. [/spoiler] [i]One swift dash was all it took for the man of skill to get close. He dashed forwards as he closed the gap between either of the combatants all the while he activated the blade, and he placed it just up against the throat of the woman. He stopped though, for he didn't intend to decapitate. [/i]