[She let her talk, listening and watching all of it. She watched as the symbol appeared, and finally the glamor faded, her eyes opening. There was certainty there, matching Setsuna to the statuesque woman with the power of the garnet rod. She nodded once, taking a small sip before speaking.]

Yes, he would be sensitive to that. I think I understand what happened enough. By stopping time completely, you drew his attention, and you also allowed someone else to bring their full power into a blow that could stop her from causing anymore harm.

I... am sorry that it came to that. Sometimes it does, but it's never easy. [She breathed in and out and then closed her eyes.]

Ok. Thank you for telling me and trusting me. I will not be sharing that fact with others, unless you say to do so.