Unfortunately, even the slightest pause allowed Vargas to advance onto Marcelo, and while his silence barrier meant he was a little harder to find, it was only a matter of time. This time, however, he declined to play any games.

He didn't want Marcelo dead, but he wanted him disabled and left while he attended to any further opposition. It would be a simple matter, to, with a swift movement, slide one of his blades through the man and into the wall below, in such a way that he would be able to live for hours if need be.

When it was all over, he could retrieve Marcelo and the Brethren could decide whether to treat his wounds or allow him to die.

"An impressive trick with the extinguisher, friend. But one you will not be able to repeat."

The blade slid forwards, faster than Marcelo could possibly react against.