A scowl briefly crossed Gabranth's face at Auron's words. He was plenty able to take care of himself, and knew better than to attempt reckless things in battle.

But he was still being half-not-him, and a scowl at that would've looked horribly out of place on Basch's face. He'd have to make an effort to better hide his emotions.

"As should you," he answered, a faint note of terseness still in his voice.