The werewolf is not the only one stunned. While Lacie knows on an intellectual level that Kevin still struggles with a certain amount of self-loathing, she (who suffers comparatively little guilt for her own nearly world-ending sins) has not fully grasped its depth, until that sudden, vehement blow.

Concern for her own Kevin promptly dethrones her amusement at their victory. Abruptly, the chain around the wolf dissolves into shadows and dust, and she takes a step after her Kevin, before pausing.

"You're bested, knight." she says, softly, over her shoulder. "Fair and square. Honor it, or don't."

With that, she hurries after her lover.