[It takes everything in her not to flinch from that touch, but she'd never forgive herself if she did. Instead: she pauses for only a moment, swallowing tightly, before gripping his hand and rising.]

That wasn't an answer.

[But if it's a spirit, it's unlike any she's ever seen.]

But I think it a foolish idea indeed to wander about in a mask if you aren't one. You may not be so fast next time.

[It's not a threat. Just a warning.]