"If we're being honest, I've been avoiding the thought until very recently." Her eyes settle out on the rippling water. "My world is unobtainable right now, but I've been hoping to see it again someday. It's hard for me to let go of where I came from south so much left behind."

She sighs softly and turns back to Iphigenia, smiling a little bit. "I'm glad you're beginning to feel like you've found a good place for yourself, though."