Rosethorn notices and determinedly ignores the concerned look, lips tightening grimly. There's no point snapping that she's perfectly alright, thanks ever so. Giving her hope for Briar's safety and helping her get to him has earned at least temporary immunity from Rosethorn's sharp tongue.

She's perfectly happy to be left on her own as soon as she can sense her boy. Duke was in the middle of something, however graciously the interruption was taken. She'd just as soon find Briar without an audience anyway. Rosethorn nods at the advice. "I'll keep it in mind if necessary," she assures Duke as she steps forward.