She was fast and completely caught Will off guard. He stood as the sword stayed within inches of his neck. His own hand had dropped to his sword but if she wanted to kill him, it wouldn't do him any good. She'd finish him before the blade even slipped out of the sheath. He was going to have to pay more attention and not let her get a chance like this again. Thankfully, she wasn't interested in finishing him off - yet. He didn't let it show but the tension he had faded just slightly after she turned back away. Keeping his face firm so as not to give anything away he stared at the crew before they all looked away and headed after Vivienne. He then continued, keeping enough room between them so she couldn't do it again.

The tavern was still fairly busy these late in the evening but only a few of his crew were around Charles when Vivienne came in. The strike surprised him. Immediately his first mate and the other crew members had their weapons drawn and would have taken her out except Charles waved them down. Reluctantly they eyed her before putting the weapons away. They knew her and her relationship with Vane but still - striking him was not something they'd seen her do. OR seen anyone do for that matter and live long to tell about it.

Running his hand over his nose and mouth for a second, Charles stood. "Always a pleasure to see you, my dear. Though, apparently you are in some foul mood." He snapped his fingers having the crew vacate giving them privacy so only he and Viviene could talk.

The first mate dropped a sword blocking Will but Will just glared at him. "This is my business as well."

Glancing Vivienne over Charles waved the mate to let him through. He leaned back casually, picking up a glass. He seemed relaxed but anyone who knew him long knew that he could have his blade out in a second running either one through if he wanted. He waited for Vivienne to speak. To explain. He was patient and could overlook her strike due to their history and his fondness for her but it better be a good reason. For like a daughter or not, he could easily put her back in her place.