And that moment of thoughtful hesitation will cost the werewolf dearly. He barrels into the Ulfric, unbalanced from Anita's throw, and they both topple down the stairs.

Damian isn't at all rational, so all he does is react to the presence of a powerful were in his way. He recovers his footing, crouches, and attacks. The threat backs off, but he follows it. The walls expand out into the living room, and he charges again.