Sister Verdania glanced at Stigga as the warrior reached out and held her arm for momentary support. She merely smiled in return, glad that she had already shown herself to be approachable enough to be a support, not one to fear or distrust.<br/><br/>"Well then, you're probably quite fortunate, Magda, for the interruption. I have the feeling that you're<em>precisely</em>as tough as you seem, that this isn't an act put on to hide cowardice but is instead a simple advertisement of your capabilities. I imagine you are quite skilled, but nevertheless it seems you are feeling me out, trying to push at the boundaries, perhaps in curiosity to see how I might react. But let me tell you."<br/><br/>As she leaned forwards to talk to the rogue, one hand found it's way on Stigga's thigh, unintentionally but she didn't move once it was there, instead giving a light squeeze to feel the powerful muscles beneath.<br/><br/>"But let me tell you, if you give me reason, crossing the line you seem so eager to toe, then I will take great pleasure in delivering the promised punishment to you. To the point that I would think about it later on lonely nights - no, the Emperor does not disapprove of such things, all rumours of chastity and inhuman lack of emotions and desires are just that, rumours - so I look forward to the opportunity, if you decide to push the boundaries. And no, even then I won't underestimate you or lose respect for you. I am aware that you want to see how easily goaded your teammates can be, and that anyone dragging you across their lap may find a knife in their side or their wallet missing.<br/><br/>And of course, I am sure our friends here would find amusement at the least at the sight of your bared bottom being tended to by my hand."<br/><br/>She gave a playful wink, then sat back, moving her hand off Stigga's thigh.<br/><br/>"Sorry about that, I didn't mean to be too familiar with you."