[Narsus' expression is neutral, and his tone is mild: this is clearly a being of great power, and it wouldn't do to upset her. But he is not happy right now.]

I understand pressing need quite well, and it is certainly an ambition of mine to effect great improvements in the world. However, my own home also has pressing need of great improvements, which I was endeavoring to bring about when I found myself here. I can't quite fathom the wisdom of taking me from a place I knew and was already making myself useful, to bring me somewhere unfamiliar instead.