[Having a glass to drink from gives her an excuse to look for an explanation that will be acceptable. Generally, she would not bother--but Byerly Rutyer holds rank. Even if he does not control her future, he could easily speak to Flint, who does. Which means she must say something.]
I think.
[And the lyrium answers is too much explanation to trust him with. She does not know him.]
no subject
I think.
[And the lyrium answers is too much explanation to trust him with. She does not know him.]