There's relief in hearing this, that it's merely a manipulation (though of what requires further pondering and the like, however she suspects it's jealousy driven by relationships, period, and nothing at all to do with a concern of whom is fucking the men she's sleeping with), and there's also an underlying rage; that such a thing could occur at all.

"Seeing as how I've been enjoying having my gifts back, I suppose I can hardly fault you for doing the same." And it made sense, considering Mel had been fine until the spirit arrived.

Turning the focus somewhat elsewhere, Melinoë returns to her chair, asking, "You brought the shrine, correct? May I ask it's purpose?"