Rosinante's question strikes at her unease. She hasn't mentioned Vinsmoke or Germa since she arrived -- and she's not eager to start now, with people who are likeliest to know just what it means. She can finally be free of that influence -- of that yoke around her neck.

The two Charlottes know, of course, but they aren't here at this moment. And perhaps Pudding, at least, will understand.

"I don't recall you being made the leader of the group," she points out to Law, choosing to engage with the easier path. She keeps her tone smooth, not aggressive -- but she knows he could well take it as provocation regardless.