Melva was not surprised to see Vance seething, because he was usually angry all the time. However, what surprised her was him plainly showing his protective side towards her which she did not know he was capable of. To be fair, what happened to her would also involve him in one way or another. Of course, he would do whatever it took to protect her because he would also be in danger if she was.
"I have never heard you being so sentimental before, Your Grace," commented Melva straightforwardly. "It is just your excuse to stick around me all the time, right?"
"Whatever," grumbled Vance. "You cannot get rid of me, anyway."
