[ He gives a soft sigh at that before sinking down on the edge of the bed, offering her a warm look. ]

Although I suspect if your tidings hadn't been so dire, we never would have had such a fortuitous meeting in the first place. And make no mistake, I do not regret that fate has brought our paths to cross, even if it is under such circumstances.

[ He pauses, glancing down as a single finger taps absently against his knee. ]

Emet-Selch will help, once he calms down. Even if he won't let himself believe you. He will still pursue even the possibility of this threat. He could not, in good conscience, let such a thing stand.