[This time he doesn't stop the punch; he almost welcomes it, even when he sees it coming a mile away. Athelstan's knuckles collide with his jaw, bruising his bottom lip, and he just ends up laughing quietly.]

What, did I hit a nerve?

[It barely bothers him - this man isn't a fighter, it shows even in the way he holds his fist. And even without that, Dodger is confident in his own ability to destroy him if he's convinced to take this seriously.

No, he'll just laugh it off and lean up enough to balance himself on his elbows.]

If you're gonna play the part of a jealous wife, at least you could throw a decent punch.