"That's not what I-" It wasn't what he'd meant, but he could see how it sounded as well. It was more about...perception. Killing those who were a threat in someway might be seen as killing random people, not that he thought Manji would slaughter anyone...but he'd said the words and upset his friend, trying to explain seemed petty.

"I apologize for upsetting you. Please be safe heading back."