"I think so. And I think you should take the side nearest to Allensworth, Ellis; as we've pointed out, you'll be less suspicious-looking if you're spotted early. Meanwhile, I can sneak around the other end and close in anyone who tries to escape, seeing an otherworlder so suddenly might give me an element of surprise. And with Mister Kevin up on the roofs, hopefully that should pin them down well enough."

Although Hayden was probably hoping for the other way around, wasn't he? Alas that the need for sound tactics trump being able to stage opportunities to show the princess how good he is in a fight.