[His own blows are controlled and deliberate. A cool head in contrast to Meryl's temper. She'd definitely feel them when they connected, (and possibly for a while after that) but they're not meant to cause too much damage. Not because he's going easy on her, but because she is still a rookie. He's trying to challenge her, but it's definitely not the kind of no-holds-barred brawl that he'd had with Fox or Liquid.]

You've got good reflexes.

[Weren't expecting your punching bag to punch back, were you, Meryl? He doesn't hesitate to press his advantage, shifting easily from defense to offense, but limiting himself to his fists, for now.]

But you need to pay more attention to your opponent.