[It now occurs to him that he should have been a bit more specific with his lie. He holds out his free hand to her, meaning to explain somehow - but then he holds still when the knife draws closer.
He has an idea, but he'll need to be free before putting it into practice. Kaph gives her the go-ahead with a nod.]
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He has an idea, but he'll need to be free before putting it into practice. Kaph gives her the go-ahead with a nod.]