Faustus let out a breath he didn't know he was holding as the young woman visibly relaxed. He hadn't been completely certain that counter-spell would work. There wouldn't have been any damage done had it not, but the following spells would mean calling in a few more from his department; and they were focusing in on cases where Faustus would rather not have their attention diverted.

As she took more steps forward, Faustus reached out his hands in case he needed to steady her. Being stuck in one position without being able to move had its effects on someone and he was steeling himself in case she fell. She seemed to be able to handle her own though, and Faustus relaxed, smiling once more. He put his wand away, still watching her cautiously. "They're prone to do that to their subjects," he commented. "Especially those of the more vindictive types, though yours was a mild case. One I predict might have been for someone else." He fixed her with an inquisitive gaze. "Unless you think there might be someone out there with more nefarious motivations?"