[ Casval hesitates, somewhat. Yes, he's already being protective of you, shut up. ]

Experience is useful, but may I ask how much of it was in the field? I don't want to unnecessarily endanger anyone.

[ Note: this is false. Casval will endanger the fuck out of Souji and his ilk, but Elizabeth is a trickier subject to handle. She's on his good side, and therefore he is very much interested in keeping her alive. ]