Have you ever flown a real ship? [it's hit or miss, honestly when it comes to finding pilots. the rebellion had a hard time finding any they didn't teach themselves, but who's to say what the future holds?]

It's an easy emotion to get swept up in. [he looks over at her.] I have known quite a few defectors. [probably pulled some of them over himself.] There are many in the Empire who do not believe in what they are doing and just see it as a means to an end. A livelihood. The Empire sees them as cannon fodder.

[a pause.] I knew a pilot, who left the Empire at great risk. The Death Star would not have been destroyed without him. You should be very proud of your friend for making that choice.