[ Marcus nods to this first part. He thinks there is likely room for error, for some hurt feelings. He can be frank. Given to frustration, when conversations go in circles. But there is faith enough that they will figure it out as it happens that he doesn't object or disclaim, now.

He thinks on the second then, and admits; ]

I don't know how I will be. The Circles required secrecy. I didn't enjoy that.

[ A beat, and then; ]

It could be advantageous to yourself and Petrana to pretend there's no connection with me, but I expect to have already drawn focus now.