Hit Girl took a breath and then another. This was a time to let these feelings wash over her, to let him do what he did best. Gradually, she began to feel her muscles unlock, and seem to fall numb in a good way.

Without realizing it, Hit Girl had actually become quite rigid with her body, and it had made her movement much more solid.

When he was done she got up, rubbing her neck.

"I feel like I could."