Indeed.

( She would never speak of it back home, but here? This place seems more open regarding such things. Of persecution at least, she is unafraid.

And he unknowing reinforces that impression by seeming to accept it as a facet of her. )

As do I. An invader won the day at a great battle; and I cannot help but fear for my sisters. Our mother cares not for them.

( Were she an only child, she would rejoice to be here. But he seems, troubled, and so she reaches out to tentatively rest a hand upon his wrist. )

Belief is a powerful force, sir. I have seen as much. If we hold that conviction close enough, it may very well become reality.