[ That Sylaise has spies is not surprising. He's certain all of the Evanuris do in their own ways, including Mythal. He watches Lad with concern and frowns. ]

You do not have to tell them. If they ask, simply say I requested it. You should not be punished for anything you did here for tonight.

[ If anything, it only made him guiltier for not forcing this 'gift' of Sylaise's away from him. ]