The kindness he'd displayed thus far coupled with the sincere look in Benitoite's eyes were both heartwarming. Even though he had warned her that there were those who would see her dead it was comforting to know he at least cared enough to give her some knowledge on how to survive.
"Thank you - Thank you for your kindness and patience; and for letting me borrow your cloak. " She reached up unclasping the two ivy leaf pins, gathering the tail end of the cloak so it didn't drag on the roof top before reaching out, cloth draped over her forearms, to return it to him. With a half smile she added "But I won't allow the possible dangers deter me from powering up or keep me from helping people. It's an ability meant to be used not hidden, at least that's my views towards it." She paused for a moment contemplating her next words, "The only thing I can do is take your advise to heart and try to be as safe as possible."
With a sigh she adverted her gaze, fixated across the street where Benitoite had been prior to jumping across to where he stood now. "I may be naive in regards to what's been going on but not not foolish enough to believe I'll make it out of this war unscathed. My goals are simple; to meet people on both sides, try to make friend, and help as many people as possible."
All I want to do is helpAcrucis began to rub her hands up and down her bare arms to fend off the impending goose bumps and chills having just relinquished the cloak. "I should probably go. Please be safe." She looked at him with pleading eyes, "I hope to see you again Benitoite." Per her friendly nature she wanted to reach out and give him a farewell hug, but managed to stay her hands.
With that said she walked over to the edge of an adjacent wall and leaped to another roof, not necessarily heading in the direction of home but close to it. Once she felt she was out of range she powered down in a safe spot and walked the rest of the way home.
Please be safe she thought one final time before stepping over the threshold and closing the door behind her.
Sleet Tempest Snape
Fin for me - I hope that sounded okay