I do not think it is so simple, you would be a terrible Master Warden if so. [he wraps an arm around pal's waist, ignoring their shared vague dampness from the rain as he considers.] You do not jump to conclusions, perhaps. It is a good trait typically.

[he watches the steam from the teacup, more so pal's hands (and the Ring, which still sends a thrill through him, ridiculous) as they handle it.

rio settles at their feet with a little huff not unlike pal's and viktor rests his chin on pal's shoulder as he answers, maybe bluntly,] It is. The eh, the not jumping to conclusions. Sometimes you must make decisions based on incomplete data, as you well know.

Harder in interpersonal relationships, of course. [he reaches over to tap pal's ring, making it spin with a faintly satisfied smile.] I suppose it depends on why you have been neutral. I have always assumed it was partially for safety.