To be truthful, Diarmuid isn't that surprised by the punch. He's seen the injury ruse used before. He's also seen men block out an amazing amount of pain just to get that one last blow in...

That's why, even though he has plenty of time, Diarmuid doesn't dodge the blow. If Reno wants to hit him that badly, then he's going to let him do it. The blow hits straight on--right across the cheek. And without jerking to lessen the impact, he's going to have a hell of a bruise for a while until his body heals it.

"Do you feel better now?" The question is a soft and honest one. He hopes the answer is yes.