She looked slightly surprised at his sudden eagerness. She stood up, confused, as he went to his desk and started scrawling on a piece of parchment. She jumped when he shoved both items away and grabbed her collar. Her eyes were wide, a hint of fear sparked in them. They narrowed again, looking calmer than before. Oddly calm. "Even if you do punish me, why should I comply? What would I gain other than the haunting memories of the ones I killed and nearly killed?" She knew the answer; she would live. "Fine, if that's what it takes to keep me alive, then I'll do it."