Cuerva gently pushes Rouga's hand away when the latter offers to help her up. It seems that the "commander in chief" aura that she projects and wears like a suit of armor comes up almost immediately as she stands up straight and stern. But this armor does not come out of insecurity or fear or even a hint of vulnerability. This time it comes with a strong sense of being a wise veteran. Or maybe its because Rouga was watching over her when she rested.

"Tadzio did not attend to me probably because you are here. But no matter. Hmm... he would come if I summon him aye? That's interesting. I will keep that trump card hidden for now then."

Turning her attention back to Rouga, she regards the fellow Ancient closely. "Have the other Espada been notified about my predecessor's plans?"