[ he closes his eyes with a deep sigh. if he knows what beau means by the blood or crystal tears, it doesn't show. ]

This is why I didn't want anyone to know.

I've handled hunters before. I can do it again. Besides... [ he gives her a once-over, frowning. ] If you're moving like that, you'll be more of a liability than anything.

[ the unspoken question: did the hunters go after her first? ]