[He makes a sound that might be approving.] Better to have your enemies under-estimate you, rather than the reverse, [he says, his head giving the smallest of nods.

Loghain looks to the dagger he'd placed in her hands.] If you would prefer to keep it, you may. I've no shortage of weapons at my disposal. [A pause.] Forgive me if I overstep, madame, but if you would like some instruction in how to better use this, I'll gladly make time.