[She could be blowing this out of proportion for all she knows, but things work weird here and she can’t be sure. They need to know there is the possibility, even if it makes Gavial absolutely miserable to have to tell them.]

Usually it’s pretty quick, but it can vary depending on the level of exposure. Maybe it’s a low risk for a vector with how quick Shard-bearers seem to go once they’re dead, but… I have no way of knowing. So you need to be aware.

You haven’t noticed anything feeling off, have you?