A tensing of the shoulders, and Benedict turns from Edgard to meet Gabranth's approach, immediately feeling as though he's lost control of the situation once again. The slimy part of him, which he's been doing his best to tamp down, wants to call for Jone and take shelter behind her.

But he resists. He stands back-straight and focused to meet Gabranth, figuring if any of this is to be resolved, it's now or never.