[Abel's grip on his hand tightens further. perhaps he is imploring, but the priest is absolutely resolute as well-- no one will be hurt. he doesn't care if he has to stop him by force... if Charles forces his hand, then-- he'll do what he has to.

pacifist though he may be, he is also aware this boy is no wilting flower... and to prevent senseless violence, he's willing to indulge in some to protect the innocents.]

I said I wasn't much for games anymore. Please don't play with me, Charles... you need to stop this. It's gone far enough.