"...I would prefer it not be necessary, honestly." He continued as normal, but his optics were wide and pleased, locked on their joined hands. He couldn't help but turn his hand to give her's a (hopefully) reassuring squeeze.

"I would appreciate your silence, but it is only logical. I don't know what lengths those involved might go to in an effort to keep those who might find out about this silent."

...Which meant that he might have already placed Elita in danger. He made a face, hand twitching around her own.

At least it was an excuse to keep her around longer?