[Kisara interprets the question as rhetoric. The answer to it is a grim one. Some would argue that Dohalim is one such lord. Certainly Viscint has thought so and it's only been up until recently that she's found her own blinded faith and devotion questioned. If she can't believe in Dohalim, what can she believe in?

Is there a pragmatic reasoning or benefit to someone like Shionne, or any of the rest of the Renans, in setting free the Dahnan people? It's more than worthy of consideration.

Thankfully, Shionne diverts her attention, though the thoughts linger in the back of Kisara's mind. Without doubt, she will turn them over, examine them this way and that, trying to get to the bottom of a matter that is far more complex than she's likely ever imagined.]

I see you're right on track for information gathering. [She smiles gently, suspecting that Shionne may not be so easily moved by way of compliments. She's been given no reason to think the alternative, after all.] It does look a little like Elde Menancia, now that you're mentioning it. Think the locals are willing to answer some questions? If not, we might be restricted to observation for the time being. I can begrudgingly tolerate having idle hands if I'm biding my time, but others like us might not be the same way.