"I only wish to discuss our current situation. You have so much influence over Cu Chulainn that it is only right you know of what we wish to do. And it is only right for us to know the reason for your recent behavior."

She throws a glance at Diarmuid, mouthing a quick apology.

"You will talk. Otherwise I would not guarantee Diarmuid's health. But rest assured that if I do kill him, it would be in a more merciful fashion than anything you could inflict on him."

She hopes that he will not call her bluff.