[ Aha, yeah, her actions were speaking for themselves, at this point. It takes her a bit longer to think on those scenarios. ]

It's... something of both? I think he knows he's at a disadvantage, but he doesn't let things like those message slide easily. He'll appreciate the breathing room, but that wouldn't stop him from biding his time, gathering resources. But bothering him at this point would just make him more likely to lash out... or make the punishment worse...

[ A dark look passes over her face, and she almost just looks ready to smack the table in frustration. Her knuckles just tap against the side as she leans back in her chair with a sound of frustration. ]

I don't know.