... I thought as much. That said. There isn't much I have to do, really, other than get a better lay of the land. [ that and information gather. and scavenge... well. there's more to do than she says, but it's all encompassed under the same banner regardless. 'a better lay of the land' indeed. ]

But perhaps that would be best left until another time? That is, if you're willing to volunteer yourself for the sake of curiosity.

[ as a meatshield. it's still thin ice flecked with something like humour. maybe. her head dips in an acknowledging nod at the arm sweep, anyway, indicative of her intent to leave once the finish up any closing remarks. ]