[she blinks, slightly taken aback for a brief moment.]

Forgive me, I did not mean to imply that you were incapable of handling yourself, Rin.

[she knows the young magus is far from weak, however...]

Given the fact we are unaware of precisely how powerful of an enemy we're dealing with, it is all but impossible not to worry.

[especially given the fact Rin is taking more initiative to get involved with negotiations and the political aspect of things. she would just feel better knowing Rin has added security for the time being!! but, Rin is a stubborn, independent girl- not entirely unlike herself.

clearly this means she'll just have to mention something to Archer privately behind her back instead.

fret fret fret!!!]