He allowed her her silence, because she had given him quite a few things to think about as well. When she spoke again, he found himself un-surprised that her candor was so blunt, and right on the mark. "You are not incorrect -- and we are working on it, I assure you."

One corner of his mouth lifted up, "I believe a few of us can manage not to go on a mage burning spree. This week, at least."