Diana's understanding of the geography of this world is as surface as her understanding of the politics at play here. She can offer no comment so she nods politely and says instead, "They seem to be holding a strong position here. Better than what the former outpost, I've heard."

In the ring, Diana falls into a ready stance, as easy as breathing. If Coupe had thought she had Diana's full attention before, what she has now is Diana's absolute focus; grey eyes bright and watchful. The cheerful calm that Diana gave off didn't shift at all. Even as an adult, a spar has not lost the feel of a game for Diana.