Him using his sword staff to block allowed Ingrid the opening sheโd need, another strike sent his way as she followed, not allowing him to use the greater length of his weapon.
If he blocked again, the opening it afforded would have his legs swept out from him.
Lance was indeed brave, for one needs to be brave to be a paladin.
The brave knight reflexively blocked the strike with his own sword staff.
The strike, however, had enough force to make him skid across the floor.
It was clear on who Lance was dealing with.