From what they knew of her, they knew she wasn't in any way stupid; her intelligence far surpasses any of that which they've already come across, and they know they're going to have to be careful with how this goes.

Because she will know how to respond, and keep them from getting the information that they want from her.

Her answer is clear enough, and the operative nods, comprehending. Leaving that bit for now, the next question is a bit more straightforward. "And what do you know about the relay? About why it isn't functioning?"