I see. [She backed off immensely, somewhat hoping to diffuse the situation further.] S-Sorry... I guess I'm just used to being the voice of reason for people who are a bit too... enthusiastic.

[She smiles a little at the mention of his expertise.] You're right, I should trust you. Though the position you found yourself wasn't exactly the best introduction to any of that.

Not that... was your fault, of course.