[ She could easily pull her arm free, but he seems to need some manner of assurance, and he won't be any help to her if he's going to be panicking in the trees because he suddenly fears he has partnered with a witch. She stills and glances back, the same neutral expression that Vanessa had been wearing earlier. ]

Yes, that is a risk. Worry not, I can look after myself.

[ Hopefully this doesn't turn into a massacre, but she's going to try her best to keep the death count down. Yes, of course she knew some would need to die, but not all. If done correctly, hopefully most will flee, too terrified to return to the area. ]

Keep your attention sharp for any others if I can send them your way.

[ Gently, she tries to pull away so she can disappear to camp. ]