[Estinien can see that shift in Amos's stance, and makes his own wary shift, growing closer to the point where violence becomes the only option. He likes the back that Aerith is standing between them less and less.

His tone is strained as he answers:]

Himeka and Abel are dear friends, who were assaulted and captured on the order of this man's master. I know the Regent's intent full well, Amos. They will see all of us broken and subjugated, if allowed their way.

[And they would break Aerith too, he hopes she realizes.]