Blind chance served me well, as it has in the past, but he wrenches my saber arm and slams me back into the wall by my throat. I'm stunned a little and my saber falls from my hand, disengaging as it hits the ground.

Before he can press in too close for comfort, I lift my legs up, planting my heels in his stomach and groin as I kick him away from me. Back to the wall, I have all the leverage I need.