Evelyn notices your approach and puts the communicator down, her usual stern expression softening slightly at the sight of you.

"You're here," she says, a hint of relief in her voice. "I thought you might have left after the show."

You assure her you wouldn’t miss seeing Astra perform and add that you wanted to check in on her too. Evelyn gives a small nod of appreciation before gesturing toward the chair next to her.

"Sit. I could use a moment of clarity, and you're better at this than I am."

Surprised, you ask what she means. Evelyn crosses her arms, glancing toward the door where muffled voices of fans and staff echo.

"It's about Astra. She insists on meeting some fans personally, even though I’ve already handled her schedule and security for the evening. She calls it ‘connecting with her supporters.’" Evelyn pauses, her brow furrowing slightly. "I don’t want to deny her, but this kind of interaction always has risks. What do you think? Am I being overprotective?"