It hasn't, I can't deny that, but some areas are considerably worse than others. I would rank that among them.

[A small smile emerges as she nudges him lightly.]

And yes, you. Why would I not be? What we do is dangerous, wherever we are. More tha that, Garahel and I agree you have made a fine companion. We have no wish to do without.

[Garahel, waiting for them, barks his agreement.]