He stopped then, his hand in one subtle, slow motion settling on the broad handle of his Gladius. "It is unlike the nature of a siren to be so forthcoming." It appears someone has had his nose deep in the local bestiaries. "What motivates you, other than the fear of a divine,
"It is a well-placed decision, that," he said, pacing slowly, hands held firmly behind his back. "My warriors--each and every one--are my sons and my daughters, with my protection and my oversight. Death is not something they fear, but your watchfulness is appreciated."