[He gently cradles her head against his chest with one hand, while the other gently rubs her back in a way reminiscent of a parent. He remembers doing this not so long ago with someone else, and even before that... Everyone needs a hug now and then.]

It isn't your fault.

She's skilled at her job. That is why she rose to that rank. You would have been exposed sooner or later. You cannot be expected to carry on living like a caged bird. It isn't fair to you.

At least this incident was in full view of everyone. I am certain they are on high alert. She won't be able to move through the city unimpeded.

[darkly]

She will not lay a finger on any of us.