He gave her a sharp look in return. He wasn't pleased. Particularly at her private cues in his general direction. Though subtle, they would be caught. They could speak later-- now was the time to play her part. Staying in character, he spoke to her in a cold tone-- in case someone was watching. "That wasn't for you. You're just too valuable to lose, especially when my mother would love to challenge me further by dispatching you. You need to get your behavior under control." His words were harsh, but said only because he knew they were being spied on, and the spy would undoubtedly have seen her mouth movements. He couldn't afford to let that go.