[ Well, that sounded much better. She's heard things. Falner is also kind of really her home, and Mastigos Mage like herself makes it a point to Know Everything As Much As Possible in whatever space they consider to be theirs.

In the meantime, while Sophie is talking to her:

"Sorry, Lia. I don't think I'll be coming in."

Oh?

"I have a feeling that if I show up, you won't get completely honest answers from her. Don't worry: I'm listening in."

Very well. ]

That sounds fair, although you might want to review your conspiracy of choice. If not, then exert a little more effort to get to know Zangyaku. We move very differently from the rest of the Vigil.

[ Yep. She said "we". ]