One day she'll recognize a lost cause for what it is. Apparently? It is not this day. She ought to have known better, they wouldn't have left the boy alone otherwise. Not unless they'd already gotten what they wanted.

The boy shifts. Twists. Lunges- and Adelaide released Herian's shoulder. Snapping a glyph of paralysis under him would only do so much- and run the risk of catching Raylan. All she can do- all she does? Is summon wisps for her student. Provide a heroic aura for Ciri- as close to an apology as she will manage.