[ Surprisingly, she gives a small smile. ] I know next to nothing about actual magic. I don't plan on letting that stop me, though.

[ Her mind's set. He's getting protected whether he wants it or not! ]

I promise you, I'll do whatever it takes to keep you safe. I can't stand by when someone's in danger.

[ Which, reminds her...she doesn't really know his name. Might be awkward in the long run.

She doesn't make any attempt at a handshake, considering how he reacted the last time she touched him, but she does turn to him fully. It's a big step for her, opening herself up to another like this, especially one of the biological persuasion. ]

I'm--I'm Kara.