Sif was not afraid of her oldest friend, but she could tell when he could be pushed further and when he could not. Now was not a time to test those limits. She would bow to his decision for now, and she would enlist the Warriors Three in helping her to keep a close eye on that Jotun. Should any harm befall any under their protection, she would be the first to die for it.

But she left the tent with only her fist over her heart for answer.

Steven startled in surprise, but he stepped forwards quickly to sit opposite his master and look over at him with quiet concern in bright blue eyes. He would not fail this first test.

"Say the word, my prince, and I will do anything I can to ease your sorrows."