"I'm aware he did, yes. However, if he's to overcome those previously bad days, he needs structure and responsibility." One of Theo's brows quirked. "I'm hardly a tyrant, Blythe," he told her blandly. "But we're not going to coddle him, either. He's more than capable of serving his Suit, and I want nothing more for him than to grow and become a well-adjusted young man."

Theo tapped his fingertips together, looking at her. "I'd appreciate it if you would take him in hand. Let him know we're here to support him, not to make his life miserable. And what's expected of him, despite his obvious distaste for authority."