Avoiding conversation isn't enough.

[She tries to get a better look at Velvet's expression to see if any of it has spread to her face. Hello, personal space.]

You fought them. That in itself could have provided them the opportunity.

[Her pale eyes shift to the side for a moment, then back to Velvet's gold ones.]

... I can carry you to where Jusis lives. I don't know how to help you the way that you need. I only know how to destroy.