[That did have her glancing sideways finally, meeting Vastra's gaze, her expression faintly rueful.] No. Nothing like that, either. Besides, if someone needs to be found in a dark alley at night, I'm just as capable of doing it myself.

[She closes the cupboard door and leans back against the counter, her pose casual, but there's a slight hint of defensiveness in the way she crosses her arms over her chest.] I never claimed they didn't. I sometimes wish they didn't. [She concedes with a huff of laughter, glancing down.] Although not really. Perhaps only when they are being difficult.