[ Any protest she has dies when the line disconnects. And, really, she takes the time to listen to his points, the hours between their talks settling enough that she can look at what he said and take it to heart.

She's surprised when he calls back. ]

You don't need to apologize, Ser Howe. You have every right to be frustrated with the situation and with me.

[ She sighs. ]

And you were right. It's my job to keep the peace, regardless of where we are. That's my duty. But ordering people, pushing them to do things-- That's not who I am and that's not how I lead.

[ I am not strong enough to do something like that. ]