Tao crossed his arms and put on a a soft smile, though his eyes had gone completely black. "I don't recall hearing a question to answer. As for the rest, I can, and will keep you out of this if I so choose. You are obviously hot headed and incapable of thinking in a calm or precise manner. Should you continue there is a high probability you will get yourself killed, leaving your precious pack even more vulnerable. That is unacceptable. Where as, should it become necessary, I have my affairs in order and my replacement chosen." He lifted his chin. "I am prepared for every eventuality where as you wish to simply jump into an issue and hope for the best."