The woman seemed about to protest, but Blade raised a hand and continued.

"The point I'm trying to make is this," Blade continued.

Blade continued to force himself to stay limp, quiet, and calm.

Blade continued to stand frozen, but not out of fear.

Blade again waved the men to silence and continued.

Blade continued to wait as the men moved toward the tree.

Seeing that the warrior was too astonished to reply for the moment, Blade continued.

Blade in turn smiled and continued to stroke her hair.

When the thunder died away, Blade stroked her hair and continued.

Blade closed his eyes, but continued to kick and scream.