Viatorus frowns, his brow twisted in concern, not anything accusatory. "That might seem like protecting them now, and it might work, for now. But sometimes the obvious answer isn't the best one. Knowledge is power and the more they know, the more their choices in life can build on what you've already given them. Isn't the best thing to help them help themselves?"

The idea of keeping important information from people is not one that sits comfortably with him. Still, he knows she means well. He can see that she means well. Her world isn't his, her problems aren't his... He has no right to dictate to her what is 'best', and yet he wants to help.

He sighs and looks away, shaking his head. "Nevermind. I'm... It... I'm overstepping my bounds, I'm sorry. It's your world, your family. You know best."