Oliver frowns a bit at the mention of someone giving Bridge weapons, and looks surprised at Steph's words.

"Miss Dubois does seem an intelligent girl, but I believe her far too young both mentally and physically. I've trained children myself, you see - we don't start training lads with wooden swords until they're twelve. A child's frame is exceedingly delicate."

Rather, Bridgette's female frame is exceedingly delicate, but Oliver wisely decides not to say that outright.