[ Ambrose's lips stretch into a grimace. He prefers honestly over subterfuge, but he isn't fond of being questioned on his methods regardless of how understandable the apprehension is. ]

It was an unfortunate but necessary action taken at the time.

[ He will admit that much with a darkening expression. Then huffs, ]

One that we haven't needed to repeat in the years since, which I would hope speaks for itself.

[ He considers the matter settled. Kyle's recollection of the events in Ikorr get his full attention instead, his grimace changing from one of displeasure to his deep frown of thought. ]

By some "being" you're suggesting the meddling of something "higher", am I correct?