Then, the nightmare will work against us? [That sounds familiar enough. Then again, last time she was part of the nightmare that worked against the Hunter.]

It is that or we play this game without losing either of ourselves as pieces, or our King. I think... a fight may just be the best solution, unless you're particularly versed in strategy like that.

[Maria glances over to him, then over to the advancing pieces, and the pawn battle happening in the frontlines. As a Knight, it wouldn't be too far of a stretch for her to jump the line - that's one of its uses, and she knows it.]

They may turn on you, as well. Would you be prepared for that? [She's ready for a fight, but she's not just going to put him on the sacrificial altar.]