"'Handling' those two witches seems like a generous way to put it, but... the sentiment, if nothing else, will carry you through many of Trench's trials."

Sayo's gentle smile (which is entirely at odds with the violence of the way she contorted Battler's arm and nearly dislocated his shoulder) falters at Battler's near verbal stumble, but the effort to avoid the f-word is appreciated. "Thank you, Battler. Sincerely. Like I said, I... missed you, at the end of the day. It's nice to have you back."