[relief washes over him, though he hasn't released her just yet. even someone as kind as him was still recovering from how rapidly he needed to project Rho Aias. if he was deceived, it was all over for him. his grip loosened just slightly, but it was enough that he could re-establish it if she moved with hostility. there was one thing left. she was bleeding, that much he could tell...]

Is there any way to take off this armor? Looks like I hit you a little hard earlier, so I could see if there's anything I can do.