"It's a worth each person has to be willing to take. No, Zarkon is not following us around constantly, but we are guaranteed target if spotted. Some of their creatures have nearly taken down the castle so staying on the ship and having no ability to protect yourself if they show up is something I can't decide for someone else."

The comment though about it being worth it despite the risk of people disappearing did bring a faint smile to his face. She understood that part of the issue at least.

"I agree. Your past is not my business. I'm not assuming anything about what's going to happen between you and Keith. But Keith's the closest thing I have to a brother, both here and on the castle, so I worry about him. Call it a protective brother thing to want to look out for a younger sibling."