[ Now that Vax has a moment to breathe, he finds himself leaning against the wall, drawing in long, deep breaths. He doesn't remember the last time he's been so out of breath. ]

No, she most certainly does not. I have learned enough times by now not to trust anyone except for the company I usually keep. [ He pauses as he realizes how ridiculous that sounds when he is talking to a complete stranger, and yet? Dorian did offer him a momentary solitude, so an alliance, even temporary, does seem to be in order. ]

Nothing else, just yet. Which is good, as I do not seem to have my usual array of daggers at my command, which is simply a travesty.