She has edged that line for at least a decade. Sometimes it spills over, and we all must do our part to ensure the collateral damage can be mitigated without lasting damage. ( a sigh, as olivia runs a hand through her hair in thought. ) I cannot say it is a perfect solution, but we are in the middle of a war.

( so if he has something to say about her sister, he'd best do it while keeping that in mind. )