I'm not accustomed to having protection. For years I have had no one but myself to rely upon when it comes to my safety. I could not always carry a gun- knives are easily hidden. When one works with criminals? It pays to be paranoid. To expect an attack. And I have been working with them for the better part of the past seven years. Such habits do not change quickly or easily simply because I am here.

[She scrubs her face and sags against Luke.]

For a time I was more comfortable, but. As much as I trust you, and trust Ben, Lupin, Rems- those I live with? I do not trust the Malnosso, or those that would work with them.