Jade Fern Grove The loneliest people are the kindest

"Arguing is a form of fighting. With words," Merlin pointed out, now happy that there was an area in life that he could improve in this girl's life. If only she agreed that this was absolutely necessary. "Insulting is even better. 'cause if you love fighting, throw a spectacular insult and you will sure as hell get your ass beaten... or not, depending, how lucky you are!" he grinned.

"Besides - at hunting me you failed, fighting me you have not begun, but I offer you a fair chance of throwing some tasteful insults. As a sparring practice, what do you say?" he asked.