[Sabriel glances back to Ellana, and she half-frowns as she retreats from conversation. Politics can be very cumbersome, but unfortunately, necessary.]

There is no harm in a suggestion. But whether it would, or should, be accepted- [she sighs,] -is only for my superiors to say. He will be watched, regardless of whether the Council offers its presence or assistance. It might be accepted; it might not be, but it is in accordance with what has already been decided.

If we are to offer, a statement will be all the more crucial, for transparency.