She's a child. [He says that so simply, staring straight at Draco.] I'm not using that as an excuse. She's a child. Naturally she'll think her opinion is correct. However, together we have talked a number of times about why people of concerned. She recognises there's an opposing opinion, even if she doesn't understand to fully.

[He's obligated to defend her, and he wants to, but it's clear this hasn't gone past Tsukikage unnoticed.] ... Of course he has. I figured as much. She's stronger now. I can feel it... [He flexes his hand, as if trying to channel the blood magic inside of him to look at Reira.] A while ago she communicated on the network using only her mind... she's the Fourth's priestess now. [He says that almost hissing]