[Honestly, if it hadn't been for Alphen, she isn't sure she'd've ever bothered to try and get to know anyone. She wants to help people and save both Rena and Dahna, sure, but she's been alone for a lot of her life. And she's used to being judged for one thing or another.

The incredible weight lifted off of her small shoulders just for the fact that she won't be judged at all feels so good that she feels a bit lightheaded. And while she able to stay on her feet, she does appreciate that Dohalim is with her. He's the least likely to tease her about any mistakes she might make, and he might think of something to ask that would escape her.]

Two heads are better than one. Besides, it's not like they leave us alone much.

[In fact, she's not sure she's had a conversation with Dohalim that didn't include Alphen or Kisara before, if she's being honest.

She looks over at him.]

Did you want to leave something as well? They might actually answer us both if we have the mark.

[And maybe, just maybe, they will give her free food again.]