[ Straightforward and to the point, she can respect that. Although it likely isn't the best place to be so open with one's discontent, if the tightness of her smile doesn't make that obvious. ]

I can't help but agree. [ Wishy-washy, but on purpose. No telling who may be listening. ] I had hoped that I might have a bit of quiet before being pulled into the fray once more. We may not have any ties to this place and its people, but if they need protection...

[ Her hesitance isn't out of apprehension on her part. No, she's determined to help. But she wants to see where Sylvain sits. ]