Vlast's pale yellow eyes remain fixed on Benedict.

"Your only path forward is to speak with her and confront the matter directly," he says. "Then you will be able to tell. However it goes, at least worry will no longer eat you from the inside."

There's a thoughtful frown as Vlast tries to find a logical reason for Benedict to be so afraid of his friend.

"Is she particularly territorial...? I can subdue her first if need be."