Blade jerked the door open just wide enough for him to pass through and strode forward.

The trainer's mouth was still gaping open when Blade turned on his heel and strode out of the office.

Blade stepped down off the platform and strode through the grass toward the bald man.

Blade strode to the extreme bow and scanned the shore.

They had left the promontory by now and Blade was striding along at a great pace.

The maidens left and Blade strode the chambers alone, a hard smile on his face.

Blade strode into the room and sat down in the chair.

Blade strode to the head of the companionway and stood looking down at his men.

Blade hesitated for just a moment, then strode over to the chair and sat down.

Blade strode to the table and leaned over it, peering.