Oh great, this was just perfect. Seemed like Cio was entirely won over by Leon. She was showing off her new skills by attacking everyone else. And, of course, I was helpless to stop her, at least If I planned on weakening Leon from the inside and helping Victor.
I stepped in front of the fireball, knowing that I'd be lucky to escape with my life if it hit me. More than likely, I'd have to let Tessa out and trust her (HA!) not to mess everything up.