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[He takes no further chances, keeping her as far away from his as possible, even as (especially as) she tries to flail back within reach. The knife doesn’t hurt, but it is unpleasant. Viktor reminds himself that he must appear monstrous, and those here from other worlds may have other associations. He’s obviously never heard of this Strahd, but the idea that there might be something or someone similar to him out there in the universe is not exactly a good feeling.

He’ll keep her suspended, for now.]

I want you to stop trying to stab me.

[Beyond being useless, it is sort of rude.]

I’m not going to harm you, but I will defend myself, if necessary.