Dirk tries to gain control of the situation

Eventually, Dirk had to come up for air. He raised himself up and transferred one hand to cover Eilwy's mouth to prevent her spellcasting. Immediately her fists lashed out, swinging wildly at his chest and face.

Dirk swore under his breath. Thankfully she was not that strong physically especially after recently trying to fight off the troll, and Dirk was able to ignore her onslaught for the most part. In fact, she was doing little more than tiring herself out. Dirk realized he would still need to subdue her, but might not need to knock her out as he had first planned. But how?

He noticed her magic pouch laying beside him. There must be something in there that he could use, even if he didn't know magic. With his free hand, he pulled it closer and reached inside....