It really was. And Tseng was well aware of that, on a level that he attempted, and failed, to ignore on a regular basis.

"I've been informed in no uncertain terms that remaining in Edge is..." He frowned. "... Not the wisest path that the Turks could be following, at present."

By more than just Reno, now. When two thirds of your subordinates informed you that they were out of there, that probably meant that it was time to pay attention. Grudgingly.