Mesaana nodded calmly. Icy blue eyes watching her carefully.

"Yes, you should. It is better that way. Give him time, let him deal with any fear."

A pause as she glanced away. Her voice was troubled as she spoke with a displeased look on her face. It was obvious that Lady Selae was struggling for words.

"I must confess that I feel rather horrible about this whole turn of events. You are my student and I should be watching you much more closely than I am. Please forgive me."