[ She nods. There was also the issue of Jewels and how they would interact with her magic. So many variables in flux, caution would be the better route. ]

That sounds smart. I'll do that.

[ ... well, she's sure some of the locals have already seen her use her power over fire, but there was no alternative. ]

If you have the time... I was wondering if you would be willing to continue teaching me about the staff? I figure I could use it, just in case.

[ As Henry had pointed out to her (and she was keenly aware of it now), using her powers in a fight isn't optimal. Burning to death is a pretty bad way to go. ]