Not that Valdis intended to murder any monks today, or tomorrow, but her patience still wore thin. Sheena's amusement was clear to her, of course, thought the others seemed to have missed it. The monk lifted his chin, clearly unhappy with being challenged, but two of his fellows seemed uncomfortable since Sheena had made a good point.

"Think of the differences in Culture," Valdis chimed in, "To you, knowledge of all is valuable, but in my world, discretion is important. Are your beliefs the only important ones?"

With Sheena's backup, it was much easier to engage.