"I just practiced on my brothers." Ronan's father was not the best parent. Later, Ronan was not the best brother.

He nodded his approval at the knife comment. He swung the dirk once to try it out again. It was far less satisfying when it passed through air instead of striking metal.

"Alright, so let's get the boring crap over with. Show me what I've gotta do to keep my viscera on the inside next time."