Ysalwen takes her own piece, chewing it quickly and swallowing. In part to show willing, and in part to have something to do, just for a minute, that isn't talking.

"Be surprised, if you must, but accept it. I never wanted anyone to fear me."

Not here, not there, not -- not anywhere.

"You've done more than most, with what you've brought me. Accept that, as well."