*she catches that hint of manipulative thinking, and finally looks away, shaking her head* And still, you purposefully use your own emotions to influence my actions... I do not like that edge of maneuvering. *she sighs softly* Though I suppose that's part of your function.

I think you mean well, mostly... *she glances back at him as he mentions weapons* No, I cannot do that. I made a promise to Primus that I would not physically harm any of his children, unless to do so would save their life... and I must adhere to that. That is why the temples with larger numbers of empathic servants have guards. I suppose I could try to find one willing to relocate... but I'm not sure it's necessary, for one priestess.

Primus watches over me, as I've said countless times now; the level of danger will depend on what happens in the Nexus. If I find that my temple is threatened again, I promise I will consider it. Is that an acceptable compromise?