As I darted clear of the monster, DQ stepped in with a flurry of sword strikes. Just before she dealt the fatal blow she said "Forgive me", but her eyes glowed silver and the fierce expression on her face sent chills down my spine. I think I may have "yelped" a little.
I quickly recovered, though. I dropped to the floor and slashed at the ankle of one of the axe-wielders, then skittered out of range of his whirling swing.
