[SEN HAD IT BEFORE BUT SHE PUT IT DOWN IN BETWEEN THEM... so it's fair game. Let's say Sen is unpacking it since technically this is her prison right now, which makes Kaoru her guest. She has to take care of her guest, after all!!]

Mm... I was thinking I might let the wick burn out and try to get some sleep, once you've gone. Should any of those men come to check on me before you return, I doubt they would be very pleased to see the lantern burning.

[Considering comfort doesn't seem to be much of a priority for them.]

I would certainly be glad to have them for when you're sure the family members are not within the compound, however. So, thank you.