She ignores the pointed judgment and accepts his agreement instead. It shouldn't surprise her that he has questions. Faolan tends to look out for her in a way that's entirely unfamiliar to her and which she often finds both uncomfortable and much needed.

"I assume he followed me." Ringer's not one to elaborate more than necessary. She makes it clear the latter's not a problem, her tone light and nonchalant as ever. "I don't need you there. Come if you can, but I'll be fine if you're busy. He's known for a few days already. Your presence would be another precaution. That's all."

She's planning to kill him when she has time, having made certain that he has no allegiances in town and no interested parties. Unfortunately, exams and studies have gotten in her way as of late, forcing her to put her hunting party on the back burner and focus on keeping her marks up.