[There is hesitation. But he was still shaking off the idea that she wasn't out for his blood, and it would likely take time for those intrusive thoughts to fade, to let go of the hurt. And though he considered powering through regardless....

In the end the Ascian shifts off of her, to sit next to Irhya on the bed. He glances sideways at her for a moment, before closing his eyes, and sighing.]

--Then no. I don't dislike you, but I don't trust you either. Not now.

[And though there is a moment of regret, the relief is more unmistakable.]

If I let you continue, it would be a matter of duty, nothing more- and I've long since tired of those necessities.