[DAMN IT, KID. Arthur's tempted to hit her with the pool cue, but it wouldn't do much to convince her they don't mean harm. Plus, he's pretty sure having the "You're on the Barge" talk while concussed is a bad idea. He tosses the cue aside and makes a grab for the makeshift staff, positioning his hands above and below hers. Quickly, he twists and pulls, trying to make her lose her grip on it.]
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