[On the other end of the line, Rose nods. Veldora can't see it, but her ears are down. She's embarrassed? That's probably a good word for it.]

[The only thing she is not regretting is her decision to not tell her Overprotective Dragon Friends (tm) earlier.]

Good. Just make sure to take care of yourself, too. If something happens, we can replace the house. We can't replace you.

[Not that it is even remotely likely to come to that but.]

[Still.]

I think you might be giving me too much credit there, but I understand the sentiment. I'll keep myself out of trouble. No more stupid heroics.