[ Normally, even a glancing blow at Eleanor like that would have sparked his temper, whether he was angry with her or not. This time he just snorts. ]

She's coming around already. Gave up the only advantage Hornigold's men might have had to try and take back the fort.

[ The tunnels. He'd made his demands, and she capitulated, because he left her no choice. Vane had the element of surprise on his side, and pressed it for every inch it was worth. ]

She'll push back, because she has to, but sooner or later she'll come to her senses.

[ He casts a brief glance back toward the window. ]

It's Flint I have to worry about.