She doesn't know how he's framed it in his mind, so she can't explain that it would apply to either of them, or possibly both. She won't tolerate bloodshed on her property if she could step in and deescalate before it came to that.

Likewise she knows nothing of Erik's history, only what they've talked about in his current life. If she knew what he had done to their dear Max in full, she might have the same outlook on the man that Edgar does.

She does seem that forced smile though, and it worries her just a bit. She removes her arm from him and gives him a polite bow, hands in front of her. "I understand, dear. I won't pry into your business, but I can at least assure you that he isn't going to be a permanent fixture while he still has his own business to conduct. Whether that sways you to come back is entirely up to you. Thank you for being here for the opening nonetheless."