Yes, Ma'am. The only safer place I could think of leaving it with at the moment is with your son. And I know how painful it is for him to look at it.

[ He picks up his cup but waits for her to pick up hers before taking a drink ]

It would be tactically unsound to leave bring it with me to Africa. And even if it's safe here in Seigi, I'd rather be sure it's in the best hands, Mother Wolf.